Looking to topple Assad looked like a good move years ago with the “Arab Spring” bringing democracy and social justice to the ME. But, it didn’t turn out that way—It brought Tribalism, Murder and death. Now, the idea of a strong man to protect Christians and others looks better.
Russia is on the right track now. We should meet with Putin and the Russians, urge our mercenaries to join Assad and unite to fight the greater evil of ISIS. Our warplanes should Join with Russia’s in round the clock bombings of ISIS. We should send US Marines to fight next to Russian Marines in their march on ISIS. Put out this fire and show that we can work together (we did once before if you look at history). This would also run Ice water down the Iranian Mullahs—to See Russia/USA together.
Best analysis so far. Hits all the crucial multi-dimensional points; not the embarrassing one-note Cruz stuff.
You're not in charge of US Ntl Security, but you dam well should be.