Sharp take on the TACO paradox. The point about backing down still shifting baselines is key, like each cycle normalizes behavior that wouldve been unthinkable before. The armada sitting there indefinitely does have that expiration date problem though. Can't maintian that posture forever without either escalating or looking weak, and Tehran knows it. Wonder if the protesters realize they got used as leverage then dropped the moment it became diplomatically inconvenient.
Ms. Labott, I think most are giving Iran too much capability to inflict great damage. The end of a "secular" regime in Iran may be worth the risky means. After all, "peace in our time" can be a cop-out and selfish. Is it not best to do the work now so we can create a peace for our children? Take care.
Very smart Elise. I like your outlook.
Thank you!!
You’re welcome Elise.
Thank you Elise. Appreciate you.
Sharp take on the TACO paradox. The point about backing down still shifting baselines is key, like each cycle normalizes behavior that wouldve been unthinkable before. The armada sitting there indefinitely does have that expiration date problem though. Can't maintian that posture forever without either escalating or looking weak, and Tehran knows it. Wonder if the protesters realize they got used as leverage then dropped the moment it became diplomatically inconvenient.
Ms. Labott, I think most are giving Iran too much capability to inflict great damage. The end of a "secular" regime in Iran may be worth the risky means. After all, "peace in our time" can be a cop-out and selfish. Is it not best to do the work now so we can create a peace for our children? Take care.
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