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    The President's Middle East Trip and the Presidential Campaign

    President Bush has moved on from Israel to Saudi Arabia amid rumors that he's considering attacks against military encampments inside Iran.  Also, Barack Obama fires back over the President's 'appeasement' remark, and a conversation with a man who does talk with Hamas.

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    By Warren Olney • May 16, 2008 • 1h 0m Listen

    President Bush has moved on from Israel to Saudi Arabia amid rumors that he's considering attacks against military encampments inside Iran. What about oil and peace with the Palestinians? Is he just saying goodbye to old friends? Also, Barack Obama fires back over the President's 'appeasement' remark, and Rob Malley of the International Crisis Group on why he talks with Hamas.


    US President George W. Bush (L) laughs during a meeting with Saudi King Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz al-Saud (R) at an arrival ceremony at Riyadh's King Khaled International Airport. Photo:Jim Watson/AFP/Getty Images

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      Warren Olney

      former KCRW broadcaster

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