Is arming Syrian rebels the right move? #tellusatoday

We asked our Twitter followers what they thought of the U.S. decision to get involved in Syria by arming rebels. Comments are edited for clarity and grammar:

I think it is a huge mistake. Those weapons will be pointed at American soldiers and civilians before we know it.

— @McHaleFrank2h

The U.S. has a moral responsibility to intervene in Syria; 90,000 plus dead can't be easy on anyone's conscience, especially President Obama's.

— @garretpustay6h

Afghanistan is ending soon, so of course the USA would intervene elsewhere. When will this failed cycle end?

— @gregoryakoch4h

Pardon my naivete, but why can't we work on the violence and safety in our own country before we try to stop it in someone else's?

— @WondHerful3h

Great idea. Arming rebels has been so successful in the past.

— @SeekingHim4Life3h

U.S. decisions are faulty in the Middle East. Tribalism trumps democracy in this area, something the U.S. keeps ignoring.

— @GarbledMsg3h

I think non-combat support such as medical and food, shelter and supplies should be it. No weapons!

— @tbechtx5h

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