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Once a conflict has dragged on for a decade, most people are tired of war - and the troubles that flow from it.
Very often when we talk about war, conflict or terrorism, we talk about it very politically. We forget that there are people involved.
I'm not that worried about war. Insecurity is the word I would use - insecurity and tension and conflict. I thought civilized people had abandoned wars. Sometimes people don't make rational decisions.
The War Powers Act requires presidents to seek the consent of the American people, through their representatives, before sending our troops into war. It is the responsibility of Congress to deliberate and consult with the executive branch before involving ourselves in a military conflict.