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The Bottom Line

Now, let’s see McCain defend this war and advocate for the deaths of more Americans. There is a special place in hell reserved for George Bush and his policymakers.

Four Western oil companies are in the final stages of negotiations this month on contracts that will return them to Iraq, 36 years after losing their [...]

Remember when Bush repudiated nation building regarding United States foreign policy? This is what happens when you think and act like you are the police force for the entire world. Barry Goldwater is rolling over in his grave.

A car bomb set to explode during the busiest time of day killed at least 51 [...]

The Media Ignore Progress, Yet Again

In May, 19 U.S. soldiers died in Iraq. This marks the lowest monthly death toll of U.S. troops since the war began in 2003. While this by no means erases the meaning of the individuals’ lives lost, it does show that there have been improvements in the war-torn country. So, with death rates declining and [...]

Lieberman Has Officially Lost It

“…John McCain, who has shown the political courage throughout his career to do what he thinks is right â€“ regardless of its popularity in his party or outside it. John also understands something else that too many Democrats seem to have become confused about lately â€“ the difference between America’s friends and America’s enemies.â€

Oh really, [...]

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