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The US and Unintended Consequences in Iraq

Hosted by Warren Olney Jan. 14, 2008 National
Finally, the military surge has been followed by what the US called "benchmark legislation." But it could divide, instead of uniting, Shiites and Sunnis.  Also, President Bush arrives in Saudi Arabia, and tomorrow's Michigan primary.

Finally, the military surge has been followed by what the US called "benchmark legislation." But it could divide, instead of uniting, Shiites and Sunnis. Will Sunnis armed by the US against al Qaeda turn on the Shiite-led central government? Also, President Bush arrives in Saudi Arabia, and whether Mitt Romney can stay alive in his home state of Michigan. 

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President Bush Arrives in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

After a stop in the United Arab Emirates, President Bush has arrived in Riyadh , Saudi Arabia with his multiple messages for Middle Eastern nations. He'll stay at the...

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An End to the Civil War in Iraq?

The "surge" of US military forces in Iraq has reduced the level of violence, as promised. However, not until this week did the "so-called "breathing room" lead to "benchmark...

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Curtain-Raiser for the Michigan Primary

Tomorrow's Michigan primary has turned into a standoff between John McCain and Mitt Romney .

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Credits

Host:

Warren Olney

Producers:

Sonya Geis, Christian Bordal

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