Obama Undecided On Syria Strike If Congress Says No

[Purveyor]

David Jackson, USA TODAY 7:05 p.m. EDT September 9, 2013

Taking his case against Syria to the nation's airwaves, President Obama said Monday he doesn't yet know if he will order military strikes even if the House or Senate reject the idea.

"It's fair to say I haven't decided," Obama told NBC News, one of six television interviews conducted at the White House.

Obama also told network anchors he is aware of public opposition, isn't confident he has the support of Congress right now, and that final Senate and House votes could be delayed.

"We're going to spend this week talking to members of Congress, answering their questions, and I'm going to speak to the American people tomorrow night directly," Obama told NBC News, adding that he'll evaluate military plans after Congress votes.

"I've made my decision about what I think is best for America's national interests," he said, "but this is one where I think it's important for me to pay close attention to what Congress and the American people say."

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[Bjorn Against]

1. The only answer is No, it pisses me off that he would even suggest that he can ignore Congress

If they vote No he sure as hell better not bomb them, that would be an impeachable offense and I would never forgive him for such an action.

[David__77]

2. He doesn't know what, if, or when, or why.

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[LonePirate]

3. The Teabaggers in the House will impeach him if he strikes Syria after they vote No

In their feeble minds, he has already committed impeachable offenses. A strike on Syria after a No vote will only empower them to carry through with their plans, all under the guise of his public disobedience of Congress and the rule of law.