Grenell was asked about the red line that could possibly trigger military action against Iran over their nuclear program. Grenell said that the U.S. established a red line for Iran in 2006 and said he found it shocking that the media was unclear about this key aspect United States' security policy in the Middle East.
'Why are we even debating where that red line is,' Grenell asked. 'The better question is, will we enforce U.N. resolutions? If we're not going to enforce U.N. resolutions, let's save $1 billion and not have the U.N.'
Costello asked what the difference were between Barack Obama's red lines and those of Mitt Romney. She played a clip of Romney telling ABC news that he advocated for 'crippling sanctions' to be put in place immediately and said that this was largely the same position as that of the Obama administration.
'You heard Gov. Romney, he said 'yes,' it's the same,' said Costello, referring to Romney's definition of Iran's red lines. Grenell agreed. 'That's not the question,' he said. 'The question is, are we going to be a weak country and allow a country like Iran''
'What would governor Romney do,' Costello asked.
'Let's talk about what the president would do because he is the president,' Grenell laughed.
Costello insisted that there have been sanctions imposed on Iran under Obama. The two engaged in crosstalk as they argued over the timeline of when those sanctions were put into place. Costello argued that sanctions were having an effect and asked if it was not appropriate to give them more time to see if they do derail the Iranian nuclear program.
'More time,' Grenell asked. 'Carol, they haven't put a U.N. sanction in two and one half years. They've passed one in four years.' Grenell went on to say that the top purchasers of Iranian oil were provided with waivers so they are not negatively affected by Western sanctions on Iran.
'The media needs to start looking at policies, not just lip service from this president,' said Grenell. Costello argued that it was Romney that was obliged to lay out his policy preferences. Grenell said that sanction were not the answer, but a credible military threat was the only effective policy to dissuade Iran from moving forward with a nuclear breakout.
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You notice that this basic question is never, ever answered by Romney surrogates
What would governor Romney do?
'possibly because it's an unanswerable question. Without specifics the Romney candidacy was doomed from the get-go. Conservatives now seem to be realizing this, and are rightly angered at the Romney campaign and the man himself.
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These GOPers didnt learn a damn thing from Iraq. This is a war hungry party, and they dont even care if that triggers another 10 years of wars that we cannot even pay for the other two wars they started
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If the Israelis want to go to war, they should do it with their own blood and treasure. Simple as abc.
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funny how cowards who avoid serving 'love to send others to die in wars'
when the mITT 5 have the stones to serve the country they love'i may believe they love america..
at least Bo Biden had the courage to serve..
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He's right, what would Obama do. Well based on what we've seen so far he would first discuss it with The Pimp with a Limp and then hold a cabinet meeting with Jay-Z, and '
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Obama and Hillary still in shock that his Cairo speech didn't charm the Middle East. Now he is taking orders from Morsi and arresting those who practice free speech.
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The GOP answer to everything is war, war and more war. They are becoming less of a political party and more of a NEO CON FAR RIGHT FRINGE GROUP.
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'at least Bo Biden had the courage to serve..' True. And that is to be commended.
But Bo Biden isn't on the ticket.
Joe Biden is one the ticket, and he did not serve.
He had 5 deferments.
http://www.newsday.com/news/nation/biden-got-5-draft-deferments-during-nam-as-did-cheney-1.884250
Published: August 31, 2008 6:33 PM
By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
DOVER, Del. ' Democratic vice
presidential nominee Joe Biden received five student draft deferments
during the Vietnam War, the same number of deferments received by Vice
President Dick Cheney, and later was disqualified from service because
of asthma that he suffered as a teenager.Officials with Democratic presidential
nominee Barack Obama's campaign released Biden's Selective Service
records at the request of The Associated Press. Less detailed records
were available from a National Archives facility in Philadelphia.According to the documents, Biden, 65,
received several deferments while he was an undergraduate at the
University of Delaware and later as a law student at Syracuse
University. A month after a physical exam in April 1968, Biden received a
Selective Service classification of 1-Y, meaning he was available for
service only in the event of national emergency. -
Mitt Romney registered for the draft, but drew a high number.
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Oh shut up about that. I've read that here a dozen times. No one loves to send people off to die in wars you moron.
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We can assume he wouldn't go to sleep and then party the next night with Jay-Z and Beyonce you moron.
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What good is a resolution if it's not enforced? Sanctions don't work.
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Here's a fact about Romney that needs to be publicized (at 15:50 on the video):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v...'Mitt Romney caught on 'hidden camera'
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yeah
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she could've ask:- what exactly is a credible threat ?
Obama have said 'all options are on the table and that the final option is the military component ', sounds to me like a credible threat !
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Richard Grenell. All I can say is bravo. Three-and-half years of nothing.
Best. interview. today.Grenell put this left-wing tool in her place. CNN tries to be centrist, but yet they keep repeating Dem talking points. For some reason, they then try to face off with FP heavyweights like Grenell. Big mistake.
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Actually, that sounds pretty freakin' cool.
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Wrong. They CAN work, and in the case of Iran, probably WILL work, in combination with other diplomatic incentives and tools. But not until after Big O is relected.
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yup, in the French furriner wine-and-cheese country tour legion
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yeah, I guess religious customs are only cool for popular or militant religions.
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This is really depressing to listen to a yet another semi-coherent creature representing the Romney team.
Not surprisingly he pronounces nuclear as 'nucular' :(
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We have never gone to war any other way in Israel. People seem quick to forget that USA has fought many wars on behalf of Arabs + Muslims, but no US soldiers have ever been called on to fight for Israel. It is not unreasonable to ask a major ally, one's closest friend for help if you need it. There's nothing to be ashamed of there, just as true.. If we ask for help, majority of Americans will support us. That's what makes America great.
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Don't be naive. Sanctions are nearly impossible to enforce ' there's always a trading partner willing to violate sanctions for cash which Iran is flush with. History is replete with examples and despite ongoing sanctions, Iran is still one of the world's largest oil exporters.
Read it for yourself.
http://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/oil-sanctions-against-iran-will-not-be-enough/2012/07/08/gJQAjW8pWW_story.html
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You must have missed the Iraq war then. Again why should America's blood and treasure be squandered for someone else's paranoia? If it's so true what Bibi is spewing, why doesn't Mossad supports the war, IDF or even majority of the Israeli public?
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4 times?
Well,Mitt sure is one hell of a lucky dude then huh'.
*drink*
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