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John McCain: The surge was vital in our success in Iraq, and I was in Anbar Province 2007-2008 to witness the surge break the back of…

On the recordFebruary 14, 2011
The surge was vital in our success in Iraq, and I was in Anbar Province 2007-2008 to witness the surge break the back of the insurgency firsthand.
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

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McCain emphasizes the importance of the surge in Iraq's success.

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