>And last 8 years was what exactly ? I heard Obama the other night reassuring TV presenter (flowerish & peace lovin' oRailey)
>that when it comes to Iran - 'All options are on the table' Before that I have heard it from Bush himself.
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>Politicians usually tend to say things that fare well with *major streams*
>When politician who I believe is much less agressive then most of others in US, says something like this (to almost defend himself) that worries me quiet a bit.

It is used as a bargaining chip. You take diplomatic talks as far as you can and while the talks are going on, you ensure the other side knows that all options are on the table in case diplomacy doesn't work. It gives the other side a little more incentive to settle things through diplomacy...

I'm sure if Kuwait had it on the table, Saddam never would have invaded...