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    Which Way, L.A.?

    Can Congress Be 'The Decider' on Iraq Troop Surge?

    President Bush says he's "the decider" when it comes to Iraq, but even many Republicans disagree. While such dissent has generated a raging battle in Washington over the Constitutional separation of powers, what clearly matters most to both parties is politics.

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    By Warren Olney • May 12, 2014 • 1 min read

    President Bush says he's "the decider" when it comes to Iraq, but even many Republicans disagree. While such dissent has generated a raging battle in Washington over the Constitutional separation of powers, what clearly matters most to both parties is politics. For the moment, Senate Democrats are unified behind a resolution criticizing the increase of troops in Iraq. Republicans are divided over at least five different measures, amid predictions that their party will be politically damaged for generations. If Democrats don't come up with a more acceptable alternative for Iraq, will they still be able to capitalize politically? We get perspective from Democratic consultant Doug Schoen and Republican strategist John McLaughlin. (An extended version of this discussion was originally broadcast earlier today on To the Point.)

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      Warren Olney

      former KCRW broadcaster

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      Karen Radziner

      Managing Producer, To the Point & Which Way LA?

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      Christian Bordal

      Managing Producer, Greater LA

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      Katie Cooper

      Producer, 'One year Later'

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      Doug Schoen

      Democratic strategist Fox News contributor

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      John McLaughlin

      Republican strategist, John McLaughlin and Associates

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