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Tuesday, February 6, 2007 12:00 AM

Bush's Iran madness

By demonizing Iran and stirring up sectarian hatred against it in the region, Bush is pouring gas on the fire he started in Iraq -- and empowering al-Qaida.

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  • Tuesday, February 6, 2007 07:49 AM

    Why Bush Won't "Negotiate" with Iran?

    The following are quotes from Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.

    "As the imam said, Israel must be wiped off the map."

    "Anybody who recognizes Israel will burn in the fire of the Islamic nation's fury,"

    Tell us, genius, exactly how would you “negotiate” with Iran?

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