Syria: Some Deeper Perspective

As the President builds up his case for military strikes on Syria, here are a few informative articles you may want to read, looking at the pitfalls of such an action — and more peaceful alternatives.

Our friends at FCNL:
“Ten Syria Questions for Hagel and Kerry”

Lisa Schirch:
“Getting Off the Wheel of Misfortune: US Policy and Syrian Suffering”

Michael Shank:
“Prevention Better than Punitive in Syria”
and
“If America wants Assad to Respect International Law, it must Respect it, Too”

You can also let your views be heard by calling your elected officials.  Find your Members of Congress here, or if you know them, simply call the U.S. Capitol Switchboard at: (202) 224-3121.