After the Syrian Government used chemical gas on its people this past month, the United States retaliated and bombed one of their bases storing chemical gas. Was this wrong of the US? I definitely don’t think so.

Back in 2012, President Barack Obama declared that the use of Chemical weapons would cross a “red line” and the United States would retaliate. Yet, in 2013, a year after Obama’s “red line” speech, Syria used chemical gas on their people. But, to no surprise, the United States just gave Syria a slap on the wrist and that was that.

Some people may say that the recent bombing on Syria just provoked them more. However, if we didn’t do anything, they would have continued to use chemical weapons on their people. We sent a message, and it was strong and clear. America’s done letting countries get away with human rights atrocities; we’re putting our foot down.

As you also may know, North Korea has been testing nuclear weapons, breaking international law. Their nuclear weapons do not have the capability to reach mainland United States but do have the potential capability to reach Hawaii. Countries more threatened by a nuclearized North Korea include South Korea, Japan, and China.

Countries were beginning to think the United States was weak, but we’re now showing them just the opposite. With continued aggression of North Korea, and with Syria’s inhumane use of chemical gas, the United States has no choice but to step in. We must deter, with force if necessary, the bullying tactics of other countries.

Below are the stories published in the May 3 Issue of The Roaring Gazette:

Senior Projects Tackle Pressing Issues by Kayla Smith

Election Results are In by Cassidy O’Neal

Fashion Marketing to Hold Fashion Show May 10 by Ariana Hernandez

Tallwood Students Sweep “Elie Wiesel Visual Arts and Multimedia Competition” by Elena Day

The Big Three Lead Lion’s Baseball in the Right Direction by Richard Ruffin

Boys’ Volleyball Begins Conditioning by Tyler Dennis

It’s the End of the Year: How to Stay Motivated by Ophelia Reid

Meet a Lion: Mr. Lytton Williams by Sydney McKissick

Tallwood’s Many Language Teachers a Diverse, Dedicated Group by Ophelia Reid

Popular Chain Restaurant Underwhelms by Charles Romano

“A Child Called It” a Classic Book Worth Reading by Erin Nathan

“Fate of the Furious” Cannot Overcome Missing Element by Austin Luciani

The United States Must Show Strength by Dylan Klepk

Fewer Lunches Means Longer Lunch Lines by Marissa Howell