[Golden Buffalo]

They might add a demand for the release of political dissidents jailed after Hafiz al-Asad died and that the present government begin democratization as promised.

[No Blue States]

"The act, not yet signed into law by President George W. Bush, asks him to impose sanctions if Syria does not cut ties with Hamas, Hizbollah and Islamic Jihad -- "

I would support more than santions if they dont comply with the above.

[Billthedrill]

I'd add a subtle reminder that any bomb murders in Russia (such as yesterday's incident in Moscow) that are traceable to one of Syria's supported terrorist groups are likely to result in a visit from some old friends who used to work for the KGB. Young Mr. Assad may not remember them personally but his staff certainly will.

[Pan_Yans Wife]

ping

[yonif]

They are a terrorist state with a terrorist government. We should not give them audience and we should close our embassy while we are at it as well.