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Iraq and the War on Terror: Politics and Reality
President Bush says the November election should focus on Iraq as part of the war on terror. But a majority of Americans don't buy the connection. We look at the implications of "staying the course"--on American politics and the realities on the ground.
By Warren Olney • • 1h 0m ListenPresident Bush says the November election should focus on Iraq as part of the war on terror.But a majority of Americans don't buy the connection.We look at the implications of "staying the course"--on American politics and the realities on the ground. Plus, 2500 Marines recalled to active duty, and the Tom Cruise-Paramount break-up.
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3 storiesMarine Corps Recalls Reservists Back to Duty
As many as 2500 Marines who've returned to civilian life will be called back to active duty because of a shortage of troops in Iraq and Afghanistan. The Army already has conducted what critics call a "back door draft," but this is the first time for the Marines since the Iraq invasion.
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This year's elections are crucial to President Bush, and he wants fellow Republicans to focus on the war in Iraq as part of the war on terror. He says Democrats who want a timetable for pulling out of Iraq are wrong not to recognize the connection.
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Paula Wagner claims that her producing partner has made more money for Paramount Pictures than any actor has ever made for any Hollywood studio; his last seven films grossed more than $100 million apiece. So why has Tom Cruise suddenly been let go after 14 years of success?
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