The article criticizes President Trump's rapid decision-making regarding military action against Iran, highlighting concerns over the implications for American lives and democracy. It emphasizes the historical context of congressional war powers, pointing to a pattern where presidents bypass legislative authority. The author argues that current practices dilute constitutional checks and accountability, urging Congress to revoke open-ended military authorizations. The piece reflects a broader call for peaceful opposition to perceived authoritarianism and a plea for legislative responsibility in matters of war.
War-making power was vested in Congress to prevent exactly what we have endured since 1950: an imperial presidency that launches wars first and asks permission later.
The deeply dangerous pattern erodes constitutional checks, dulls debate, leaves our troops in harm's way and erodes our image in the world on the whim of one person.
In every possible legal and peaceful way that we can if we are to live in a democracy, we must continue to oppose this dictator.
Congress must repeal blank check 'authorizations for use of military force' and insist on explicit votes before the next shot is fired.
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