A Closer Look.
The biggest argument in selling us this deal was “it’s better than all the alternatives,” ie war. Hmmm, really? Let’s take a closer look.
First, we began the negotiations with concessions we had previously announced as non-negotiables (“red lines” hahaha. Sorry, couldn’t help it). We cleverly announced that there are no military options since we are incapable of permanently destroying their nuclear program. Next, using the prestige of the office and his own personal charisma, Obama made public we could not hold the sanctions intact for much longer. Third, and perhaps most important, we proclaimed, “ a bad deal is better than no deal” because all of the alternatives are worse. Don’t let ‘em fool you.
From day one, we never negotiated from a position of strength. In fact, we caved on virtually everything: on-the-spot, anytime/anywhere inspections, shutting down and dismantling all nuclear facilities, an embargo on missiles, and international agreement that a nuclear Iran would never be tolerated. We settled for promises from a historic liar and cheat, the guarantee of nuclear buildup in the Middle East (every country now knows they have 5-10 years to get their bomb), and re-vitalizing the economy of the largest sponsor of state terrorism. Obama’s “open hand” and concern for his legacy has left, not only the Middle East, but the planet less safe. How could no deal be worse?
“The deal” is just another example of ignorance, arrogance, and incompetence having no limitations. Once again the adage. “The one thing we learn from history is that we don’t learn from history”, rings loud and clear. Can you say Munich Agreement of 1938? I cannot see how this deal will bring any less of a catastrophe.
P.S. Mr. President, Secretary Kerry. There are 3 things about your approach to “the deal” that I do not understand. Can you help me?
1- How does making them stronger make us safer?
2- One of the excuses you used to justify making “the deal” was that you could no longer hold the sanctions together. OK. If you can’t maintain them now, how do you expect to re-impose them in a “snap-back” fashion if (when) Iran cheats?
3- Would you sign this deal with Cuba? Yes, Cuba! It would guarantee and legitimize Cuban nukes in 15 years and re-vitalize the economy of a known sponsor of terrorism. If so, why would you expose our country to that? Kennedy didn’t. If not, how can you expect the other nations in the Middle East to accept the Iran deal? Hmmm, just asking?????
