While I’m just as worried about Iranian nuclear weapons, I’m a little reassured by some anti-war sentiment in the Senate. As reported in a number of places, 30 senators got together and signed a letter essentially telling the executive branch to take a nap:

We are writing to express serious concerns with the provocative statements and actions stemming from your administration with respect to possible U.S. military action in Iran. These comments are counterproductive and undermine efforts to resolve tensions with Iran through diplomacy… We stand ready to work with your administration to address the challenges presented by Iran in a manner that safeguards our security interests and promotes a regional diplomatic solution, but we wish to emphasize that offensive military action should not be taken against Iran without the express consent of Congress.

Good job guys. Let’s not conceive Iraq War Jr.

I’m as worried as the next guy about Iranian nuclear programs, but is threatening war the best way to lead out? I also looked up some stats on Iran/USA military comparison.

• Iran has 27% the total available military manpower we do.
• Iran has 5.2% the number of aircraft we do.
• Iran has 3% the number of naval units we do.

Sure there’s always a risk that an attack could land, but is it really probable? Thanks to the senators who stepped up. Too bad it’s still a partisan game: there weren’t any Republican signatures on the letter.

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