What Deal? 

The Obama Administration has got the "pedal to the metal" selling the Iran nuclear deal to a skeptical public and Congress. It may as well be trying to sell disappearing ink because in reality there is no deal. After two years of negotiations, there is only a "framework" to serve as the basis for three or six more months of negotiations. 

"Fundamental Misjudgment" 

During an interview with National Public Radio this morning, President Obama attempted to explain why he opposes linking the Iranian nuclear deal to formal recognition of Israel's right to exist. Obama said:
 

About That Deal 

Concern about the nuclear agreement negotiated between the Obama White House and the Islamic regime in Iran grew over the weekend. That's not at all surprising given some headlines that emerged following Thursday's announcement. 

President Obama was quick to declare this a "good deal" and "our best option," but few are rushing to embrace his view. For example: 
 

To Be Continued 

Negotiators in Switzerland have reached an agreement for this phase of the Iranian nuclear talks. It likely has as many holes as a piece of Swiss cheese. 

Earlier today the Associated Press reported: "Western officials say that Iran and the United States have agreed on the outlines of an understanding that would open the path to a final phase of nuclear negotiations."

So, just to be clear, we've got "outlines" of an "understanding" to a "path" that leads to a "phase." Got it?