Security on the ground is a precondition to political reconciliation, not the other way around.
The unfortunate irony is that a President elected in opposition to the war in Iraq is repeating some of its worst strategic mistakes.
We've all come to the conclusion we need American forces on the ground.
It is critical that the U.S.-led 60-plus-nation coalition for defeating ISIL pursue a multidimensional approach.
We need to put an end to Assad's ability to use airpower against his people, especially the use of horrific barrel bombs.
I personally want to thank you for your service to the Nation, both of you, particularly, General Dempsey, as you conclude your uniformed se...
ISIL is not 10 feet tall. It can be and must be defeated.
It is clear we are living in a time of unprecedented turmoil.
I hope to hear one today.
We have options between doing nothing and invading Iraq and Syria.
We need to help establish safe zones, inside Syria, where refugees and displaced people can be secure.