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Updated graphic and Minnesota delegation stance on a "limited strike" on 

As members of Congress decide whether to support President Obama's request for authorization to attack the Syrian regime of Bashar al-Assad for allegedly using chemical weapons on civilians and rebels, other potential responses have received less attention.

The option we've heard the most about. MPR News reporter Brett Neely 

"Two million Syrians have now fled their homeland and more than 4 million are displaced internally, according to the United Nations. Combined, that's more than a quarter of the country's 23 million people," 

 NPR's Greg Myre. "This is placing tremendous strain on neighboring states like Turkey, Jordan and Lebanon."

"The United Nations says it needs another three-and-a-half billion dollars to deal with the Syrian refugee crisis up to the end of this year," 

In less than a year, the Zaatari Refugee Camp in Jordan "has grown into an instant city, with 120,000 residents who have fled the war in Syria, sheltered in trailers and tents," 

Today's Question: Is there a better option than "limited strikes" in Syria?

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Updated graphic and Minnesota delegation stance on a “limited strike” on Capitol View as positions become clear. As members of Congress decide whether to support President Obama’s request for authorization to attack the Syrian regime of Bashar al-Assad for allegedly using chemical weapons on civilians and rebels, other potential responses have received less attention. Limited…

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