Foreign Policy Plans

Over the last several months, many nations around the world have been experiencing popular revolts against their leaders. Beginning with Egypt in January, and continuing with various other regions in the Middle East, the general populace has been expressing issues with their respective governments. As described in a recent WNN press release, peaceful protests have been breaking out in Saudi Arabia. Even more recently, Syria has been experiencing similar events.

The President, after remaining silent for a short time, made a statement in March condemning the actions of these governments in violently silencing their people. On Libya and what he deemed as necessary American intervention, the president said the following:

"Now, despite the success of our efforts over the past week, I know that some Americans continue to have questions about our efforts in Libya. Qaddafi has not yet stepped down from power, and until he does, Libya will remain dangerous. Moreover, even after Qaddafi does leave power, 40 years of tyranny has left Libya fractured and without strong civil institutions."

With the recent NATO airstrike that is said to have killed Qaddafi's son, this issue is as pertinent as ever. With Congress representing those people on both sides of the debate, where do they stand? Will there be any legislation regarding our intervention in Libya, Syria, and other nations in the future?

Where are the bills concerning the economy?

Today began with an early appeal to Congress by President Normandin. In an address to the House of Representatives, the president voiced his concern for a lack of economic legislation.

"I would just like to remind you all that we are living in a time of great economic uncertainty. Unemployment hovers near 9% and government debt is at a record high. Many of the bills I receive seem to not be paying attention to this."

As Congress continues to meet and discuss the various bills proposed, will we see any major attempts to correct our current economic state?

President Normandin seems most concerned with the extravagant spending proposed by some, and says he will "not hesitate to exercise [his] veto power." With the current state of our economy still concerning many, only time will tell if Congress makes this issue a top priority.