How Should Rep. Runyan Vote on Syria Attack?

President Barack Obama this weekend said he will let the U.S. congress decide on whether to attack Syria after an alleged chemical weapons attack by Syrian President Bashar Assad that is reported to have killed more than 1,400 people and violated international rules of war.

As Americans are "weary of war," the president said in his Saturday address to the public that putting the decision in the hands of the people's representatives was more in line with the country's democratic ideals.

"I know that the country will be stronger if we take this course, and our actions will be even more effective," he said.

So as Congressional committees grill Secretary of State John Kerry and Congress prepares to vote on whether or not to strike Syria, how do you think your Congressman, Rep. Jon Runyan (R-3), should vote?

Runyan was cautious in a recent statement on the vote.

“First, and most importantly, the senseless slaughter of innocent Syrian men, women, and children seemingly at the hands of their own government is an absolute tragedy.  It is something the global community should condemn in the strongest possible terms.  Last week, I joined many of my colleagues in calling for the President to seek Congressional authorization before using military force in Syria.  I believe he is making the correct decision in seeking that authorization.  As Congress reviews the evidence and begins debate, I know both Republicans and Democrats will have strong concerns about U.S. engagement in what many view as a civil war, and whether doing so is truly in our national security interests.  Additionally, after weekend briefings with the House Armed Services Committee, I also have strong concerns regarding our Military Readiness based on the fact that billions of dollars have been slashed from the DoD budget - which is just one reason why we must fully debate the issues at hand. To engage in additional missions without doing so would be shortsighted.” 

Now is the time to tell Runyan where you stand. Should he vote in favor of the Syria attack? Vote in our poll above and let us know in the comments. 

-- Henry Powderly contributed to this article.