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“I believe demolishing Hussein's military power and liberating Iraq would be a cakewalk. Let me give simple, responsible reasons: (1) It was a cakewalk last time; (2) they've become much weaker; (3) we've become much stronger; and (4) now we're playing for keeps.”

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Kenneth Adelman
Kenneth Adelman

Kenneth Adelman is a distinguished diplomat born on June 9, 1946. He has a profound understanding of international relations and foreign policy, and has held several important positions throughout his career. more

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