Two democrats propose 45 day limit for Syria to sign chemical weapons ban

[bigdarryl]

This is a better alternative in my opinion other than starting an all out war http://www.politico.com/story/2013/09/senate-bill-syria-weapons-ban-96353.html?ml=la

[David__77]

1. It wouldn't avert war.

... but even getting buy-in on the idea might take the wind out of the sails of the other, more dangerous bill.

[newfie11]

2. So does " all elements of national power" mean boots on the ground?

What happens if the rebels shoot off chemical weapons?

I see this as another way to escalate a war.

[ellenrr]

3. I propose a 30 day limit for the US to sign on to the International Criminal Court,

which could then enforce a ban on chemical weapons.

[Bluenorthwest]

4. Sens. Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) and Heidi Heitkamp (D-N.D.).

Very right wing nearly Republican Democrats, so one assumes this is their prelude to even more warpiggery.

[marshall]

5. They can't seriously think Syria would sign such a ban

The 45 day limit must be intended for some other reason, because anyone with any sense knows Syria will not sign.