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“President Bush bet his presidency-and America's world leadership-on the war in Iraq. Tragically, it looks as though he bit off more than the American people were willing to chew.”

Quote by Mort Kondracke

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Mort Kondracke is a renowned commentator, born on April 28, 1939. His career spans across politics, economics, and diplomacy, and he is known for his in-depth analysis and insightful opinions. more

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