After the Iranian election there is a lot of talk about what we should do or say.
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I am of the opinion that Obama is probably doing the right thing here. if we back one side - it will only embolden and help the other side. We certainly aren't going to send any troops over a stolen election (nor should we), so I think a little quiet is a fine thing.
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I am kind of the same opinion regarding North Korea. It is equivalent to if you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all. Only in International Affairs terms it is more, if you won't take action - don't make threats.
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Too rarely we heed Teddy Roosevelt's wise words, Speak Softly and Carry a Big Stick.