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they are not a democracy- they are not a state of this country- why all the theater for something we as a nation have no business in?

why haven't we learned from our own history of meddling in Persia's affairs?

or are we not teaching the history of our arrogant follies of overthrowing their shah, and helping bring Saddam H. to power in iraq?

Obama should look back to his days of learning about the constitution- and mind his own business, which is upholding the 2 oaths of office he took-

i'll keep hoping, i guess

Land of the uneducated sheep- who listen to liars instead of the ones who predict the messes we are in, because they actually followed the Constitution and history.

Ron Paul was the only one to vote against our condemnation of Iran's own business- the others should be held to teir oath's, and then prosecuted when the free press investigates them-

i'll keep hoping, i guess

CNN seems to have joined the bandwagon for those desperate for a way to reduce and bring down President Obama. All the headlines and 30 sec sound bites, make it sound as if, everyone is against the President's actions. NOT TRUE. I know why the Republicans do it, simply trying desperatly to regain some semblance of relevency. CNN is doing it because it would make bigger news and give you all something to talk about; if the US got involved directly against Iran. Then your next program would be "DID PRESIDENT OBAMA GET TOO INVOLVED IN IRAN and CAUSE THE MIOVEMENT FOR FREEDOM TO FAIL?" and you would have another week of shows tearing him down for that.

Impotence is indefensible.., better to seek medical attention. Especially when it starts getting young women killed.

Iraq, Afganstan, and the rest of the middle East. WHY are the upset with the US? Because during the last eight years we messed in their running of their countries. I agree that Obama could comdemn the oppression of the people of Iran but I think all nations do that.

If is about time we stopped telling other countries what to do. Diplomacy is the best way to go.

In case they've forgotten, the last time our country assessed the GOP's foreign policy world effect, it was a "nightmare" for the entire world...including our own country. And now...the same GOP idiots in the Senate want to criticize Obama's response for "cheap" political theater points with no long term goal mentioned in their Iran response suggestions. Just like the "no" long term goal philosophy with Iraq. The GOP needs to "shut up"...unless they have any good ideas..

Face it, you elected a wimp.

This is definitely the right move. Although I understand the want of some for altruistic reasons to jump in a help those dissenting, we really need to stay out of this. All those that hold a different opinion on this situation should vocalize their plan rather than just provide a dissenting view of Mr. Obama's policies.

President Empty Suit is giving the country exactly what he gave the State of Illinois as a State senator - nothing. He voted "Present" on the Iran voting scandal. He voted "Present" as North Korea prepares to launch a missle at the State of Hawaii on the 4th of July. He voted "Present" on his initial big legislative challenge – the stimulus bill, and let Nancy Pelosi's staff drft the bill - to the detriment of all. If the President's teleprompter broke down like Michelle's did, we would never hear from President Oblamo.

In four years, I can hear his reelection speeches now - "Vote for Change"

Everyday I post the same comment in regards to Iran. Which is..... President Obama is right to keep his reactions to Iran, cautious. All the ayotollahs (sp?) need is the excuse that the U.S. is behind the demonstrations in order to start rounding up the demonstrators and killing people!

For far too long, the U.S. has been the "policeman" of the world, and frankly, this has hurt our diplomatic efforts and our relationship with many countries.

I keep saying over and over....... that Democracy and Freedom CAN NOT be .... IMPORTED..... NOR shoved down another country's throat!

DEMOCRACY & FREEDOM NEEDS TO BE BORN IN THE CITIZENS OF A NATION, FOSTERED BY THEM, FOUGHT FOR BY THEM...... IN THIS CASE THE ........ IRANIANS!

The world is waiting...

Obama is absolutely right on the Iran issues. Don't let the media and the political hacks getm to you.

Stay out of their business and worry about our own country....

I wish these people would stop second guessing him and let him do his job.

The current situation in Iran is a no-win for the United States. What has largely been ignored by the media is that the hero of the revolution, Mousavi, was involved in the 1983 Marine Corps Barracks massacre in Lebanon. He had a hand in the deaths of 220 United States Marines. But the right-wing, the great defender of our troops, has ignored this fact. Do they really want us to support Mousavi? So if we get Mousavi or if we keep Ahmadinejad – the end result for the United States is the same. Iran will remain staunchly anti-American.

President Obama has been correct in his approach to this situation.

Wait a minute, I'm trying to keep up with the right wing media. First the President is doing to much, now he's not doing enough please make up your minds. Plus I don't think all republicans are idiots only a couple like graham and ole man mcsame (the guy that wants to bomb bomb bomb Iran) who is making the most noise. Yes, the same guy who had to stop his Presidential campaign to go to a meeting. The same guy the American people thought would take the country into wrong direction.

Stay the course Mr President. Everything you have done has been on the mark. Your opposition has been wrong every single time, I have no idea why people listen to them when they disagree or just say NO to everything.

Republicans can beat their chests all they want; that what our simian ancestors would do.

But it takes brains to run a coherent foreign policy that takes into consideration all the possibilites and ramifications, something the US lacked from 2001 to 2009 when George W. Bush, supported by the rubber-stamping Republican Politburo and Supreme Court ayatollahs, went on his international crime spree.

International support has proven itself time and time again a tool for the support of freedom, until now. Obama subordience to the Iran's supreme council is disgusting. Nope, there is nothing Reaganesk about this man. Whose failed legacy will always be tied to Neda's cries for freedom..

President Obama is in a precarious situation in regards to how addresses the situation in Iran. I believe that he has proceeded with the necessary caution and foresight until now. He has done much better than McCain had he been elected President.

President Obama has taken the right course on this one........he is right on the money.....we do not need to stick our nose in their affairs.....I am equally sorry about what is going on over there, but this is an issue the Iranians have to solve themselves......

Republicans should stop looking for opportunities to just be critical of the presidents response. Isn't there enough legitimate work and disagreements with the president envolve with doing your job as a senator or representatives. During the campaign, they talk about how naive Obama was for wanting to talk through issues with our enemies. Now they talk about how he not more involve with the issues of our enemies

For all the criticism, not one critic has suggested what exactly they would like the President to do or say differently. Are these the "Bring It On" folks who talk tough and do nothing? Or even worse, talk tough and send others to fight their battles?

Iran is but one of many nations with brutal leadership and abusive situations. If we plan to rule the world or even police the world, we need more volunteers in our military or else reinstatement of the draft. We also must dig ourselves out of the debt that resulted from two wars and 8 years of mismanagement.

We'd better tend to our own business right now because our resources have been depleted.

I'm not asking Obama to send troops, but he should at least be willing to challenge the dictatorship verbally. Is there any despot Obama is NOT afraid of?

The president has inspired many given his strong public speaking ability.

Many are now looking to him to demonstrate his oratorical prowess in real time.

The teleprompter president stance on Iran is weak, inept and shows he has no clue on foreign affairs and is incompetent.

What is Obama's stance? The U.S. should not stand up for protestors demonstrating in favor of individual liberty? The U.S. should be afraid of imitating a theocratic cretin and a holocaust denier. The emasculating of America is complete now that we have this pusillanimous poseur in the White House.

Why should Obambi do anything regarding Iran when he doesn't seem to do anything regarding his own adopted country? We in the U.S. need some help and he and the democrat party of NO seem to be on an extended vacation. Sure they do tons to help themselves, but what about us? I guess this is the change we can believe in huh? Nice slogan, but it rings empty after the signs are taken down. Way to go libs...thanks for a do nothing President and a know nothing congress. At least the GOP can take it back for the TRUE AMERICANS in 2010.

All the repubs wish to do is put their nose where it doesn't belong and hope for WAR,WAR,WAR

Experts agree President Obama is taking the correct approach to Iran.

Neocons need to stop playing their disgusting politics with this volatile situation. They already caused enough damage in the Middle East–their actions reprehensible.

Fortunately, the neoCONS are no longer in control of our foreign policy–replaced with intelligent consideration.

Did anyone notice the "smug" look on Gibbs face and the shake of the head No when she brought up that the death toll is rumored to be maybe over 100?? This man is disgraceful. He definitely has a chip on his shoulder and an attitude that he can do what he wants and says what he wants and everyone will just think he is adorable. PLEASE GIVE ME A BREAK! Also did anyone notice the jab he gave about CNN reporting the criticism. This administration has a hard time with anyone reporting anything negative on the Obama administration. They can dish it out but heaven help the people who don't agree with them. I would love to have FOX tattoed on the big forehead of Gibbs. Now that would be worth watching!

First of all, is that really a surprise?
The Bush administration had LOTS of press secretaries, all of whom were supportive of that administration's policies and positions.
Second, and in this case, President Obama, in taking a diplomatic – respectful view, is allowing the people to ASK for help (if they want it), rather than force OUR will on them rather than having the mullahs do it...
I don't see where our oppression (look up the definition) would be an improvement over the oppression they already have.

This is a "domestic" conflict, most dangerous for any police action, because as often as not, the police are turned on by both parties, because they are seen to be meddling.
There is not one piece of video or photo of a person holding a sign that says "U.S. PLEASE HELP US."
If we wait to be asked for help, we stand a netter chance of getting a better result for everyone.

Come on guys, we are gonna do it one more time...EVERYBODY! Should c the ladies, they r just laughing at our idiocy...come on, let's do it together...my boy is putting the song again...

Gibbs is the worst speaker EVER!!! uhmm... ahhh ...well, Do you really think he wouldn't support the Obama almighty??? he would be fired!!!! Be real CNN...Could we have a report on Joe Biden's watchfull eye on the stimulus bill on all the waste he is "suppose" to put a halt to. So much corruption it is inbelieveable and CNN you are only reporting half of every story....You should be ashamed!!!!

I'm glad Tennesee didn't take that stance in 1836. I wish George H.W. Bush would have taken a different stance with the Kurds.
Where would America be today if France, Spain and the Netherlands would have decided to take the Obama Stance during the Revolution? We would still be in England.
Doesn't freedom mean anything anymore?

Mr. Obama doesn't want to meddle in the affairs of "Muslim" countries. He sure doesn't seem to mind meddling in the affairs of Israel. He is constantly telling them what and what not to do.

This guy in Iran has promised to wipe us and Israel off of the map. Do we not take him at his word?? No, we will just all be "shocked" when he does launch missles at us. He has only been warning us for about 5 years now.

If anyone has a question on Obama's stance over Iran.......
google his site: whitehouse.gov. .......his speech is there if FULL.

It is far from weak.

Toward the end Gibbs talks about transparency. I agree that Obama is transparent. I could see right through him from the very start.

Ha ha, he kept calling her "Kiernan" even after being corrected!

wow....and now, Obama has Gibbs using the teleprompter...that guy's never spoke so fluently before; total set up between White House and CNN.....

Obama may be right to not go charging in, but come on, enough of the fluffy, overindulgent media coverage about the SAME issue...over and over.....

what a stupid article...as if the White House WOULDN'T agree with Obama's stance on anything? Come on CNN, you wanted to splash anything up there showing some sort of "anyone,' agreeing with Obama......pathetic article....

Iran is already blaming us for interferring, so as long as we have been found guilty, we may as well say our piece. President Obama needs to weigh in the same as the UK, Germany, France and many other countries and let Iran know that we find this entire process disappointing.
Besides, Obama represents a porion of our population whose ancestors suffered through slavery and just like them, the women of Iran suffer through slavery. The women of not only Iran, but all other Muslim countries need to be set "free" and the process needs to start now. Otherwise, we cannot extol the benefits of Democracy if we cannot speak out in favor of them.

That he is a huge idiot and is making America a laughing stock. Liberals are such hypocrites if Bush had taken the same stance of Obama it would be said that he doesnt care about people in the middle east and that he is racist. But when Obama is to scared to comment on it and stand up for the young people over there he is called Genius. You people are BLIND SHEEP, that are not only pathetic and ignorant but down right NAIVE.

I have to conquer with the president in regards that that is not our election and the people from Iran need to solve their own challenge, We can not find everybody's battle, just for ones we need to step back and see how everything play along, I feel bad that this people are going through all of this drama but they need to work this out without our help.,

There is NO defense for the Presidents lack of leadership. At least, Germany, France and UK are standing firm.

CNN = Barack Hussein Obahmadinejihad's state-run media

Barack Hussein Obahmadinejihad is "very concerned ...that the world is watching” Iran because the Mullahs are sending “a pretty clear signal to the international community about [who Barack Hussein Obahmadinejihad] is – and is not.

What do you expect them not to defend him.

The biggest problem in politics is it is always black or white the dems say they are right and the repubs say they are right.
Why does CNN not ever have someone who sees both sides good and bad
Why is it always one guy from each party or some stupid stratagist from each side. All they do is try and drown out the other side and talk as if they are on the moral high ground and anyone who disagrees is wrong
It would be nice to have actual people who see both side of every issue and see the parties for what they are.
Out for themselves, power and their party and could not give a rats ass about the actual population

As soon as the protesters started getting hurt, Obama should have made a strong statement in support of them. I agree with the US taking a back seat, but not when people are getting hurt. He shouldn't have had to wait to see that girl get shot and die

He made a stronger statement against the abortion clinic murder. Each statement he makes gets progressively stronger, but the drip method isn't working.

The Iranian Revolution needs to know we are behind them. And yes, this will be a Revolution.

It is like the Joker said in the Dark Knight; "(The people) have changed things, there is no going back." The ruling party in Iran will never be the same, and we might be closer to another democracy emerging in the Middle East

When the only tool you have is a hammer, everything looks like a nail.

Might want to take a break from swinging wildly and consider rounding out your toolbox GOPers.

They shouldn't have to defend their position. It's intelligent, informed and pragmatic – long gone are the days of bullying cowboy diplomacy.

Step back – as Americans, how would you like it if other countries were trying to meddle in our elections? This is not our fight, this is for the Iranians to resolve.

What exactly is it that Americans want Obama to do? He's the leader of our nation, not Iran. The USA isn't the world police! Give me a break!

How come everything that is a issue Obama is some how connected to it? What a bunch of idiots to include Obama in everything. He is doing a hell of a good job and only been in office for 5 months. All of the idiots out there get a life.

You're doing the right thing Mr. President. Your statement from Sunday is all that need be said.

I didn't know the White House could talk. But it would probably make more sense than Robbie Gibbs if it could. Besides, what do you expect the worse WH press secretary of all time to say?

The republicans left us 2 wars, an economy in shambles, more people living in poverty than the great depression, trillions in deficits, manufacturing leaving this country and all they, who did this, can talk about is Iran? I can care less about Iran!

We have a President who wisely stayed out of it. Think for a minute, Iran sits between Iraq and Afganistand. How much would our troops suffered from increase road side bombs and fighters from Iran if we would have gotten involved?

How much could it have mattered any way?

We would have given al Quida a new recruiting poster if we did.

People need to stop playing politics over there and start helping here and by the way "NO" doesn't help anything. Neighter do solutions that are not practical. Get real for a change

Is this any surprise? Gibbs wouldn't say boo without Obama's approval! He's worthless.

Mr. President is correct in giving the Iranians the opportunity to handle their election. In addition, we have no idea the type of weapons stored in Iran. Since the Iranian Highest council supports the election as is....what can we do to address the issue....I see this as bait and with the two wars we currently have in the Region and due to the fact that any heat we place on Iran could be devastating for our military force already stationed in those hot beds.....I think that the "THINKING" of the President is the appropriate stance....I respect and trust our President....GJ

[...] starting to get the feeling that there are some MSM outlets that want Obama to start bombing Iran as well.  And I'm not talking about Faux [...]

The GOP wants us to go to war with everyone who does not think like them. President Obama is doing the right thing. The GOP would even have those of us who do not agree with them in internment camps. We need to make sure the GOP does not have much power at least until they become more inclusive.

What's the defense? Obama has no spine. Protesters are dying in the streets of Iran, and he can barely issue a statement.

This isn't leadership – it's cowardice.

Gibbs job is always to "defend" the white house. They keep him busy with all the defending the Obama administration needs, job security for Gibbs.

What about the comments from Joe Klein on Larry King Live last night...the reporter who was actually in Iran both before and after the election...who not only totally supported the President but also told John McCain to shut up.

CNN is nor fair and balanced as your media outlet is only showing the minotrity of dissenting voices against the president to inflame your audience...and then you interview the son of the SHAH, one of the most despised people in Iran...what a joke you have become!!

When was the last time David Gergen actually visited Iran or talked to Iranians and why does he think he is such an authority...Who is he to say that Pres. Obama has negated his Cairo speech....the people in the Middle East syre don't think so!!

Does he or your socalled "reporters" know what is going on behind the scenes at the White House...wasn't he and your media outlet saying Pres. Obama wasn't doing enough about the pirates...and look who was busy doing exactly what he needed to.

Why don't we get involved with another country over there. Iraq and Afghanistan are working so well for us. Maybe we can get everyone in that part of the world against us. Stay out of Iran, stay out of their politics.

What stance on Iran? Obama doesn't have an opinion on anything, he only knows how to vote "present". He is very weak and the rest of the world knows it. Uh, Uh, Uh, which circus did they get this clown Gibbs from? Love the circle talking on the transparency question!!

The republicans as usual are just mouthing off to be in front of the cameras and get headlines. It is disgusting what levels they will
stoop too.
Whatever the outcome of the election, our country has to talk,
negotiate with Iran. We can no longer tell other countries how
to live their lives. We can comment but not dictate as we have been
as it brings nothing but hate and distrust toward our country.
Considering the last eight years, cannot understand how the GOP
suddenly think they are experts on foreign relations or anything
else for that matter.

Alrighty then! Once more again!!

The White House approach is RIGHT. Let the internal forces deal with each other. Interfere with cheap rhetoric and risk "the West" becoming the scapegoat.
Do not waste time on the brain-dead, chronic, "attack Obama every minute" negativity of mainly GOPers

Stance?

What stance?

You mean his 'Present' vote?

What an embarrassment.