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Monday, May 12, 2008 12:00 AM

John McCain's Vietnam-based view of war

An outdated belief in the unconstrained use of force and less domestic debate is the centerpiece of the GOP candidate's national security worldview.

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  • Monday, May 12, 2008 05:54 AM

    Simplistic

    Glenn:This simplistic message is all McCain has been saying for years about Iraq as well.

    More troops. More bombs. No ideas; too confusing. Message plays pretty well in some places. Might get him elected. Simplistic. It worked. It catches on. Worked for eight years. McSame.

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