MICHAEL SHANK

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President Obama's Speech on Libya at National Defense University: Analysis by Michael Shank
CTV News [WEBSITE VERSION]
March 28, 2011

Michael Shank, doctoral candidate at George Mason University's School for Conflict Analysis and Resolution, discusses President Obama's speech on Libya at the National Defense University, citing concerns that remain among US Members of Congress in terms of US engagement in Libya and the region. Shank, a senior U.S. policy advisor for Democratic congressman Michael Honda says in the case of Libya, none of the three criteria needed for the U.S. president to commit armed forces overseas have been met.  Interview on CTV by Marcia MacMillan.