Don't think George it's dangerous

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The discussion revolves around the topic of chemical weapons in Syria, particularly in relation to statements made by political figures and the implications of such weapons on international relations and security. The conversation touches on the legality of chemical weapons possession and the potential justification for military action.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses skepticism about the confidence of U.S. leadership regarding Syria's chemical weapons.
  • Another participant presents a series of disjointed statements reflecting on the state of the world, suggesting a chaotic and uncertain environment.
  • A participant references "Bushisms" to highlight the perceived absurdity of political rhetoric, while asserting that Syria possesses chemical weapons legally due to its non-signatory status to the Chemical Weapons Convention.
  • There is a suggestion that the existence of chemical weapons in Syria could justify regime change, provided that nuclear weapons are not involved.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing views on the implications of Syria's chemical weapons, with some highlighting the absurdity of political statements and others discussing the legality and potential justification for military intervention. No consensus is reached on the appropriateness of action regarding Syria.

Contextual Notes

The discussion includes references to political language and its interpretation, as well as the legal status of chemical weapons, which may depend on specific definitions and international agreements. The implications of military action remain unresolved.

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"I think we believe that Syria has chemical weapons."

Not the most confidence-building statement you would hope for from the U.S. president.
 
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"I think we all agree, the past is over.
This is still a dangerous world.
It's a world of madmen and uncertainty
and potential mental losses.

Rarely is the question asked
Is our children learning?
Will the highways of the Internet become more few?
How many hands have I shaked?

They misunderestimate me.
I am a pitbull on the pantleg of opportunity.
I know that the human being and the fish can coexist.
Families is where our nation finds hope, where our wings take dream.

Put food on your family!
Knock down the tollbooth!
Vulcanize society!
Make the pie higher! Make the pie higher! "


all the way george!
 
We can put that one up there with Bushisms such as "Saddam Hussein terrorizes himself" and "I know what I believe. I will continue to articulate what I believe and what I believe — I believe what I believe is right." :smile:

Syria does have chemical weapons though: http://cns.miis.edu/research/cbw/possess.htm . As they are not a signatory to the Chemical Weapons Convention, this is completely legal. (the USA also has chemical weapons.)
 
That's enough to justify overthrowing their government, you know. As long as they don't have nukes.
 

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