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John McCain: “I supported that surge when it was not the popular thing to do. Senator Obama opposed it, said it wouldn't work, even…”

On the recordJuly 24, 2008
I supported that surge when it was not the popular thing to do. Senator Obama opposed it, said it wouldn't work, even voted to cut off the funds for the men and women who are fighting over there.
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

Editor's note · Context

McCain emphasizes his support for the surge in Iraq and criticizes Obama for opposing it.

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