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To 'Surge' or Not to 'Surge' in Iraq
The Bush White House reportedly is at odds with the Pentagon over a "surge" of more troops to fight in Iraq. We hear arguments for and against and look at the politics of an unpopular war in the US and in Iraq itself. Plus, the latest on the International Space Station and, just in time for the holidays, a dispute over extended warranties.
By Warren Olney • • 1h 0m ListenThe Bush White House reportedly is at odds with the Pentagon over a "surge" of more troops to fight in Iraq. We hear arguments for and against and look at the politics of an unpopular war in the US and in Iraq itself. Plus, the latest on the International Space Station and, just in time for the holidays, a dispute over extended warranties.
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Today's Washington Post is the latest news outlet to report disagreement between the Pentagon and the White House. The paper says the White House wants 15,000 to 30,000 more troops for a last-ditch "surge" to rescue Iraq from total chaos. It says the Joint Chiefs of Staff are unanimously opposed, despite Army leaders warning that their active…
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