On the recordJune 27, 2011
the use by a President of a very vague standard that he or she can unilaterally inject military force into situations around the world based on a vague standard of humanitarian assistance.
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congress.govJim Webb: “the use by a President of a very vague standard that he or she can unilaterally inject military force into situations…”
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Webb expresses concern over the President's vague criteria for military intervention.
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