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Michigan Senators Debbie Stabenow and Gary Peters, both Democrats, joined the majority in voting down an amendment that "expresses the sense of Congress" that the NATO treaty doesn't supersede the constitutional requirement that Congress declare war before the US engages in war.
The proposed amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act failed by an 83-16 vote. Democrats as a block - 48-0. Republicans voted against the amendment, 32-16. The three independents also voted against the measure.
Article 5 of the NATO treaty states that an attack on one member is an attack on all members. The only time Article 5 was used was in the aftermath of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on America.
Congress hasn't declared war since World War II despite wars in Vietnam, Korea, Iraq and elsewhere.
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Perhaps we are missing something here? The decision to not find a reasonable accommodation to interview Kelley seems short sighted and contrary to ensuring the best interests of the schools and our children are given top priority.
“In our view…” who are you speaking for here?
I’ll answer then - not everyone. As for the candidate, I agree that the onus is on her to make it to the meeting. Six other candidates have rearranged their schedules to attend, it is not a requirement to give special consideration. Giving her credentials and resume during public comment was a good idea.