Strategic Forum. Number 285, January 2014. The Flawed Strategic Debate on Syria

Abstract

Opponents of forceful U.S. action in Syria have warned of dire consequences, but have generally failed to address the costs of inaction. The results of episodic and ambivalent action are also dire. Those arguing against robust assistance to the opposition have used Afghanistan and other historical analogies to support their positions, but the arguments frequently employ faulty history and faulty reasoning. There are options for coherent, effective action with regional support in pursuit of limited, achievable goals.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 2014
Accession Number
ADA617142

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  • Richard Outzen

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  • National Defense University

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  • Afghanistan
  • Agreements
  • Arabia
  • Chemical Weapons
  • Civil War
  • Employment
  • Middle East
  • National Security
  • Personnel Management
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Security
  • Terrorism
  • Terrorists
  • United States
  • War
  • War Colleges
  • Weapons

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