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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transcripts.cnn.comThe 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.
McCain defends his position on the Iraq war during the debate.
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