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Old 12-09-2004, 17:24   #1
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Wow, such an honor . . .

Our troops in Iraq to be honored by the presence of you know who . . .

http://www.cnn.com/2004/ALLPOLITICS/....ap/index.html
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Old 12-09-2004, 18:45   #2
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Our troops in Iraq to be honored by the presence of you know who . . .

http://www.cnn.com/2004/ALLPOLITICS/....ap/index.html
Maybe he is looking for a few more medals.


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Old 12-09-2004, 19:30   #3
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Old 12-09-2004, 20:03   #4
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Another ploy for publicity. Some people never get it...

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Elections in Iraq are scheduled for Jan. 30. During the US presidential campaign, Kerry warned that the Iraqi elections would be hampered if the security situation in the country did not improve.
So what does he do? Goes to Iraq during the election month and adds to the already tenuous security situation. Bet the Troops will just love this.
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Old 12-09-2004, 20:09   #5
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Might be a reason to cheer for the resistance.

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Old 12-09-2004, 20:44   #6
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Might be a reason to cheer for the resistance.

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OMG that is funny
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