mistakes of iraq. and we did initially say no to the president in terms of adopting his authorization as it was sent over. we've modified it, we've narrowed it. i do think that we know what the consequences of inaction will be. that we know that assad, one of the worst dictators who has used some of the worst weapons in world history will continue to use cluster bombs and scud m missiles and chemical weapons. the film you showed at the beginning demonstrates to the american people who will likely happen if we don't act. our challenge as members of congress is not to look at the partisan politics, not to weig t whether this is good or bad, but it's in the best interests of the united states. >> you all have quite a week in front of you. thank you all. when we return, new alliness as form on capitol hill, liberal democrats and conservative