On the recordApril 7, 2008
Nobody's asking for a precipitous withdrawal, but I do think that it has to be a measured but increased pressure; and a diplomatic surge that includes Iran.
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Barack Obama advocates for a careful approach to withdrawal and emphasizes the importance of diplomatic relations with Iran.
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