Sen. John McCain, R-Arizona, and Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-South Carolina, appearing on CBS' 'Face the Nation.'
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At the same time, enthusiasm for banging the drum against Putin is fast becoming a big part of the Democratic Party's public identity in 2017. And -- insidiously -- that's apt to give the party a long-term political stake in further demonizing the Russian government.
The reality is grim, and potentially catastrophic beyond comprehension. By pushing to further polarize with the Kremlin, congressional Democrats are increasing the chances of a military confrontation with Russia. By teaming up with the likes of Republican senators John McCain and Lindsey Graham to exert bipartisan pressure for escalation, Democrats could help stampede the Trump administration in reckless directions.
This approach is already underway. It is worse than irresponsible. It is madness that could lead to a nuclear holocaust.
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