EPISODE · Jan 6, 2020 · 56 MIN
Soleimani and the History of Iranian Agitation
from The Sons Of History · host The Sons Of History
Big news came out of nowhere this past weekend. Actually, it came out of Iraq, but still. General Qassem Soleimani was killed in a sudden drone strike by the US. But who was this general and why does his death stand out? The Sons of History discuss the general, Iranian agitation, shows of strength compared to diplomacy, and some presidents past and present who have dealt with Muslim countries in different ways. We also discuss the War Powers Act of 1973, and how President Trump was or was not in the right to conduct such an act. We hope you enjoy the episode. Want information on the War Powers Resolution? Click here.
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Big news came out of nowhere this past weekend. Actually, it came out of Iraq, but still. General Qassem Soleimani was killed in a sudden drone strike by the US. But who was this general and why does his death stand out? The Sons of History discuss the general, Iranian agitation, shows of strength compared to diplomacy, and some presidents past and present who have dealt with Muslim countries in different ways. We also discuss the War Powers Act of 1973, and how President Trump was or was not in the right to conduct such an act. We hope you enjoy the episode. Want information on the War Powers Resolution? Click here.
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