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On the recordJuly 2, 2008
When I go to Iraq and I have a chance to talk to some of the commanders on the ground, I'm sure I'll have more information and we'll continue to refine my policies.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

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Obama discusses the need to refine his policies on Iraq after consulting with military commanders.

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