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John McCain: An integrated civil-military campaign plan that defeated al-Qaeda in Iraq brought security to the Iraqi people and…

On the recordMarch 23, 2015
An integrated civil-military campaign plan that defeated al-Qaeda in Iraq brought security to the Iraqi people and created the possibility for meaningful political reconciliation.
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

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Highlighting the success of the surge strategy in Iraq.

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