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After Five Years in, Where Do We Stand in Iraq?
With US troops now on the ground in Iraq for a period longer than World War II, what do we have to show for their efforts? Guest host Lawrence O'Donnell explores progress in Iraq and American response to our efforts there. Also, the Bear Stearns collapse: how a crisis on Wall Street affects the economy.
By Lawrence O'Donnell • • 1h 0m ListenWith US troops now on the ground in Iraq for a period longer than World War II, what do we have to show for their efforts? Guest host Lawrence O'Donnell explores whether Iraq has become any more secure and politically stable, and if Americans are losing patience and interest in the war. Also, the Bear Stearns collapse.
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