One reason I didn't like Bolton was that he was always clamoring for war with Iran.

Trump has now taken kinetic action to destroy all of Irans nuclear weapon capabilities and ambitions.

It seems Bolton was right.

And that begs the question, is preventing a nuclear Iran worth the cost, and risk of an escalated war? Some recent events like destroying Hamas and other protests in Iran make it seem like good timing, but there is always the risk of being drawn into a multi-year conflict if Iran were to get support from China, Russia, etc.

But Russia has their own problems in Ukraine, and recently China has purged a bunch of military leadership. And Maduro is out too.

Now the likelihood of Iran getting extra support in terms of money, supplies, or intelligence is far lower.

And the risk of a nuclear religiously fanatic Iran may be far greater. Although would be of more concern to Isreal. But if a nuke went off in Isreal, we'd likely be drawn into conflict anyway, except not on our terms.

Bolton knew war was the only way. He was right.

Bolton thought an Iraq style invasion and regime change was the only way to do that. Trump is trying something new. We'll see if Trump is right or if Bolton was correct again.

And will spend time in jail.

I highly doubt it, but it that POS does, I will Venmo him a **** sandwich with Trump's name on it.

regime change without ground invasion is the way

especially with today's technology

He profited off of stolen classified material. Thats a really bad idea.

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He profited off of stolen classified material. Thats a really bad idea.

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Yup.

That's why the prison sandwich will be from "Trump". Bad ideas, get bad reminders.

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And that begs the question, is preventing a nuclear Iran worth the cost, and risk of an escalated war?

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This was never about a nuclear threat. That excuse is very effective, as we see it all over F16.

There are clear geopolitical and petro trade reasons for US to strike Iran, and some personal reasons to retaliate on behalf of Isreal for Oct 7. But that isn't really strong enough to get wide swaths of Americans to fall in line. But WMDs and nuke threats, well that works every time, like clockwork!

Ah, bomb, bomb, bomb, bomb, bomb Iran.
Bomb, bomb, bomb ,bomb, bomd Iran.
Bomb Iran
Bomb Iran (oh, bomb, bomb, bomb, Bomb Iran)
Should have shook our hand....

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regime change without ground invasion is the way

especially with today's technology

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It's what should have been done in Iraq.

It's what should succeed in Iran.

Here's to hoping it goes that way.

John Bolton on CNN.

Cringe as usual.

https://www.mediaite.com/media/tv/john-bolton-snickers-on-cnn-at-trump-supporters-who-voted-for-no-new-wars-amid-iran-strikes/

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Why should I change? He's the one who sucks!

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bmks270 said:

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And that begs the question, is preventing a nuclear Iran worth the cost, and risk of an escalated war?

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This was never about a nuclear threat. That excuse is very effective, as we see it all over F16.

There are clear geopolitical and petro trade reasons for US to strike Iran, and some personal reasons to retaliate on behalf of Isreal for Oct 7. But that isn't really strong enough to get wide swaths of Americans to fall in line. But WMDs and nuke threats, well that works every time, like clockwork!

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More than one thing can be true. Iran is/was most certainly trying to develop a nuclear weapon, and has threatened neighbors with annihilation. Their ties to radical Islamist groups willing to use such weapons or associated technology is undeniable. The current situation of them aiding Russia against Ukraine and aiding China just makes for a terrific bonus and certainly slows down out biggest geopolitical adversaries.

I think it is really less about an actual nuclear threat and mostly geopolitical. And like zero percentage about "petro trade" outside of a geopolitical context.

The main win for USA is that Iran is legitimately evil, there are direct geopolitical benefits, and indirect benefits as our current leaders are demonstrating that we are not *******.

I still wish there was a check and balance mechanism on the commander in chief's ability to initiate major military action without declaring "war".

Bolton is an idiot. And yes it's completely worth any risk to stop the world's largest terror producer from obtaining nukes.

Ask China and Russia what they think about the US removing Maduro and killing the Ayatollah. Narco terrorism and nuke threats wouldn't even come up. This is just as much about taking a shot across their bow on trade and military alliance. But thats too complex for the average American. They need something very simple like "drugs and nukes bad, must stop them".

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Bolton would want a full scale invasion and occupation.

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Yeah he's old school and wants more like a Dick Chaney type invasion. Trump / Israel use precise weapons to get to the point, no need for ground wars

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This was textbook Trump.

Just read his books. He thinks fast, acts fast. He's not someone who likes things to get strung out. He is a man of action. It doesn't matter if it's business, politics or even military action. He's either all-in or he's all-out.

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Teslag said:

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Michael Bolton > John Bolton

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Michael Bolton WAS better than John Bolton.

Until that no talent a** clown started winning Grammys

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BusterAg said:

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Teslag said:

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Michael Bolton > John Bolton

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Michael Bolton WAS better than John Bolton.

Until that no talent a** clown started winning Grammys

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John Bolton's mustache > Michael Bolton's hair (long and short versions)

No. Bolton is not right.

This isn't even hard.

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fullback44 said:

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Rapier108 said:

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Bolton would want a full scale invasion and occupation.

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Yeah he's old school and wants more like a Dick Chaney type invasion. Trump / Israel use precise weapons to get to the point, no need for ground wars

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This was textbook Trump.

Just read his books. He thinks fast, acts fast. He's not someone who likes things to get strung out. He is a man of action. It doesn't matter if it's business, politics or even military action. He's either all-in or he's all-out.

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And the world has taken notice. It's not a coincidence that many of these countries around the world are chanting Trump's name. He doesn't **** around.

He played too nice his first term.

I'm glad he's not now.

Can you imagine the response that Kamala would've had to the Ayatollah's threats. "Now you stop that" in her drunk voice. Gurgle gurgle sip wine. "He doesn't respect me as a woman!"

Thank God, she really never had a chance despite the lies from the media

What’s clear from the Maduro raid and today’s strikes is that forever wars were a choice.

— Mostly Peaceful Memes (@MostlyPeaceful) February 28, 2026