Hagel Hurts

Nominating Senator Hagel for Secretary of Defense raises serious doubts among allies and enemies that President Obama will use all means necessary to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. Therefore, the chances of a negotiated settlement fall (despite biting sanctions), because for negotiations to have any hope of success, the Iranians must believe the US is prepared to use massive military force. Thus, the likelihood of an Israeli attack rises.

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