© (Image: YouTube video screenshot)Alan Grayson
The progressive Democrat told CNN he was opposed to a U.S. military strike against Syria over its alleged use of chemical weapons.
"The administration would have to explain why this affects some vital American interest," Grayson said. "I haven't heard any discussion of that at all. I think the only people who really want in to happen are the military industrial complex. I just don't understand how this involves us, Americans."
Obama said Wednesday he was still undecided about an attack against Syria, but he also said the use of chemical weapons violated international norms and Syria needed to be punished.
"The greatest norm, the highest norm in international law is that you don't attack another country unilaterally without the authorization of the United Nations," Grayson remarked. "That's the United Nations charter. It's a fundamental principle. We can't simply go in and bomb people whenever we feel like it, particularly when one man is arrogating to himself that decision."
White House deputy spokesman Josh Earnest has suggested the United States could strike Syria without help from the United Nations or allies. Earnest said the situation in Syria involved U.S. national security.
"We are not the world's policemen. That is not our responsibility. If the United Nations decides to authorize members including the United States to do something about that, then that is a bridge we can cross at that point," Grayson added.
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The Rebels have admitted that they were given chemical weapons from the Saudis and had had an accident with them which caused the horrific deaths.
Next, what the hell are CHEM-TRAILS Obama?
Chem-trails are chemical weapons which include ingredients such as: Ammonia Oxide, Stronium, Barium and nano particles. These are being sprayed in the skys over the US and the world! Chem-trails are being used against American citizens (and other nations) almost every day! Humans are being poisoned. Trees and vegetables are being poisoned and are dying. Droughts are being artifically created and global warming is being increased!
Do not talk of chemical weapons as a war crime against humanity; unless, you accuse yourself as also as being implicated, as being accused of war crimes as well!