One, Japan is a crucial U.S. ally & keystone of our Pacific security against China, Russia, & North Korea, all of which will watch our response carefully. Two, the right of navigation is a core U.S. strategic interest dating back to the 1790s & the Gulf is a critical chokepoint.https://twitter.com/chrislhayes/status/1139629051319136256 …
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"We should proceed cautiously in responding to Iranian provocation" is a serious argument. "We should take a hard look at the basis for blaming Iran" is a serious argument. "This is no concern of ours" is not a serious argument.
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You mean the Gulf of Tonkin, right?
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"Oh, is the Lusitania an American ally now?" - Chris Hayes' great grandfather, probably.
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Take care of them the same way you'd take care of pirates.
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