...ulcer. 
On Obama. I have always thought he is most interested in creating 'teachable moments' for the Americqn people...even when it creates chaos and/or debate. Even when his and other reputations are hurt in the process. I am not sure that is a bad thing. The public was asleep (JMHO) when GWB came into office. I think more are awake now...on all sides. And,yes, a lot of them are in GD these days. 
On Kerry. I am so proud of him and his work to resolve issues that have plagued the ME for years. It is painful to see people in GD, media and others trash his reputation when they really...obviously...have no clue. I think many have a myopic view, only focussing on Syria, equating it with Iraq, and assuming that his actions mirror those of the Bush Administration. IMO, nothing could be farther from the truth. I continue to be grateful for his work and think history will show that the country is lucky he is out there working for us. As to his legacy...it does hurt to think it won't be about peace. But I remember Kerry speaking about 'just war' and so I think his legacy will be for peace, but I also think it will be about use of power to enhance justice in the world.
In general...I wish people could see Kerry's recent actions on Syria in context. He has pushed for diplomacy there for years. He has pushed for involving ME neighbors in finding solutions. Personally, I think he is still doing that...he uses the word 'leverage' all the time to desribe how we get to peaceful resolution to the problems of the ME from land disputes to WMD. There is a LOT of pressure on Assad right now to go, and on Putin to help with that. I am probably naive but my fingers are crossed.
Finally, you guys keep me sane.Reading your posts and links educates and enlightens me.They make me think. And your defense of Sec.Kerry gives me hope for all of us.
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