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On the recordJanuary 23, 2008
The fact is, we are succeeding in Iraq. We're going back down to previous levels and we will be able to withdraw troops over time if we succeed.
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

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McCain defends his position on the Iraq war during the debate.

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