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The US and Unintended Consequences in Iraq

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.

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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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    Warren Olney

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