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John McCain: We saw in Iraq the importance of setting dates as a way of spurring action.

On the recordMarch 22, 2010
We saw in Iraq the importance of setting dates as a way of spurring action.
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

Editor's note · Context

McCain draws a parallel between Iraq and Afghanistan regarding setting withdrawal dates.

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