Time Mag: “War Before November Unlikely”..................from Dan Friedman

[This appears to be one of those news stories that tries to knit together a fresh narrative from wishful thinking and news we’ve already heard. In order to believe it, you have to accept the premise that Netanyahu is willing to gamble Israel’s fate on Obama’s cooperation in his second term - and indeed, that he’s already done so. Unfortunately, for Israel, the Jews, and Western civilization, Netanyahu’s track record suggests we shouldn’t put it past him. He’s always talked a good game, but strikes out when it’s his turn to bat. df]

Time, 9/5/2012

Worried About Israel Bombing Iran Before November? You Can Relax

By demanding a U.S. statement of 'red lines' in exchange for Israeli restraint, Netanyahu appears to be seeking a retreat from an untenable position