Barack Obama actually said...

On day one, I will end this war. Not because politics compels it. Not because our troops cannot bear the burden, as heavy as it is, but because it is the right thing to do.

Context

Obama promises to end the war in Iraq immediately upon taking office.

03/23/2008

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