The risk of taking on Syria

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Author(s)	Robin Wright
Source	Los Angeles Times
Date	August 29, 2013
URL	http://www.latimes.com/opinion/commentary/la-oe-0829-wright-syria-consequences-20130829,0,7387106.story
Quote	Once Washington crosses the threshold of action, there's no retreating from blame for anything that follows, whether through action or inaction. And in the weeks and months to come, dangers will only deepen. First, quick hits rarely achieve enduring political goals — and often produce more costs or unintended consequences than benefits. I've seen it so often before.

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This item takes a mixed stance on the position United States should intervene on the topic Syrian civil war.