One can't doubt that the American objective in Iraq has failed - different plans have to be made. And the kernel here is the acknowledgement of defeat.

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I would like to electrocute everyone who uses the word

I would like to electrocute everyone who uses the word "fair" in connection with income tax policies.

I won't insult your intelligence by suggesting that you really believe what you just said.

I won't insult your intelligence by suggesting that you really believe what you just said.

I would like to take you seriously but to do so would affront your intelligence.

I would like to take you seriously, but to do so would affront your intelligence.

A Conservative is a fellow who is standing athwart history yelling 'Stop!'

A Conservative is a fellow who is standing athwart history yelling 'Stop!'

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