John Bolton called out the president last week, suggesting that in Libya, “Barack Obama has set himself up for massive strategic failure.” Mitt Romney made a similar criticism. The news that the president has authorized drone attacks in Libya indeed suggests that the mission has expanded beyond the president’s initial explained version.
In Yemen, it appears that regime change will occur, as President Saleh has reportedly agreed to step down. The U.S. needs to ensure a continued partnership with Yemen in combating terrorists.
Meanwhile, violence has increased in Syria, in what has become a very sad situation. President Obama has condemned the violence, but has seemingly done little more. It appears he reserves his toughest talk for political opponents like Paul Ryan rather than for brutal regime’s like Syria’s.
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