Posted on 07/02/2016 1:58:58 PM PDT by OddLane
The Benghazi Report has finally been published, you can read it in its entirety here, which means we’ve been treated to some predictable political reactions, including this illuminating headline from the New York Times. Leaving aside the predictable spin from Hillary boosters in the fourth estate, one of my main problems with the national debate over Benghazi is its tunnel vision, especially as it relates to the former First Lady’s shortcomings as a political leader and decision-maker.
The intentionally deceptive narrative crafted by this administration in the aftermath of the Benghazi assault is simply one of many outrages to stem from this unprecedented attack upon one of our country’s diplomatic outposts. Leaving aside the despicable treatment of the survivors by then Secretary of State Clinton, the private and public treatment of this disaster by the Obama administration demonstrates their policy preferences clearly. Namely, to exculpate Islam from blame for any and all atrocities it’s responsible for, even if the link between the two is undeniable to any rational observer...
(Excerpt) Read more at american-rattlesnake.org ...
No one ever answered who gave the order to stand down. The only person who can order border military action is the President I believe.
“The fact that the invasion of Libya led directly to ISIS atrocities within the heart of Europe, as well as permanently altering the very nature of European civilization, seems to have had no discernible impact on the very people who are responsible for these horrific outcomes.”
Marxists and Mohammedans, the twin towers of totalitarianism, operate on parallel tracks.
Thanks for your work.
What happened in Libya was an invasion-an act of war-and it was not sanctioned by Congress
Just like the special forces in Syria were not authorized by Congressional action-and in fact, were prohibited if you look at Congress's non-action as a vote of disapproval.
Chris Stevens, Delta Force, CIA and Defense Department contractors, none of these people should have been in Libya in the first place if we didn't have an imperial presidency and a Congress unwilling to assert its authority under the Constitution.
Clinton: “Let’s be clear: Islam is not our adversary. Muslims are peaceful and tolerant people and have nothing whatsoever to do with terrorism.” Nov 2015
https://twitter.com/HillaryClinton/status/667371059885301761
I so agree.
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