Ukraine

While our President and leaders of the European Union are trying a diplomatic solution to the situation in Ukraine, some Republicans are undermining their efforts by calling for a bill mandating that the United States send arms to Ukraine. http://www.reuters.com/article/2015/02/05/us-usa-congress-ukraine-idUSKBN0L92CG20150205

Meanwhile, President Obama is weighing a decision on sending arms to Ukraine. He will not be bullied into making a very important and strategic decision.
http://www.reuters.com/article/2015/02/09/us-ukraine-crisis-idUSKBN0LD15B20150209

There are many trying to weigh in on the pros and cons of this issue. Ultimately, President Obama will make a decision. One writer, against arming them, John J. Mearscheimer, says, "They are wrong. Going down that road would be a huge mistake for the United States, NATO and Ukraine itself. Sending weapons to Ukraine will not rescue its army and will instead lead to an escalation in the fighting." http://www.nytimes.com/2015/02/09/opinion/dont-arm-ukraine.html?_r=2

This is a complex and multi-faceted issue. Simple solutions often lead to tragic results. Let's give our President a chance to make a decision. There will be plenty for Republicans to criticize whatever choice he makes.