LETTER TO THE PRESIDENT – BOMBING SYRIA
Dear Mr. President,
I write to you today as a concerned citizen about what will turn out to be a crucial decision you have to make. That decision may affect the integrity, safety and global influence of The United States for many years to come. Bombing Syria, even strategic bombing, where the target is military hardware or chemical weapons production centers, can be seen by others as an invasion by another nation. Do we, as a nation have the right to ‘punish’ another nation? Most civilized nations would agree that using a chemical weapon on civilians is wrong. But are we the policemen of the world? Should we do this even without full support from our allies and other influential nation?
Your decision will also help further define who you are and the best avenues to a true global peace. I commend your helping to end the Iraqi War and setting a timetable on ending the war in Afghanistan. You were correct in your statement during the G-20 Summit, “I was elected to end wars, not start them.” You further stated, “I spent the last four-and-a-half years doing everything I can to reduce our reliance on military power as a means of meeting our international obligations and protecting the American people.” The lives of innocent Syrians are at stake, as well as American and any ally combatants.
As president, you have pressures on all side of the issue and your decision; Religious/Cultural Sects, The Republicans, The Democrats, liberals, conservatives, Great Britain, France, Israel, the Middle East, The United Nations and other international and national organizations. I completely understand the issue that brings you to this decision-making process. Given the complexities of diplomacy, worldly influence and politics, I know that the decision cannot be made without considering these aspects.
Mr. President, do not make your decision based on Republican or Democrat support or lack of it. Do not rely on political pressures, polls and comments made by critics in the media. No matter what decision you make, the critic will always be there. The solution should be a peaceful and diplomatic. Mr. President, peace is the way. Find it. Use it! The choice is yours! Make the right choice!
William Phifer
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