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Archive Home > 2006 > May > 24 > After Iraq trip, Smith calls for lesser U.S. role

After Iraq trip, Smith calls for lesser U.S. role

By Peter Sachs / The Bulletin
May 24, 2006

WASHINGTON - Following a weekend visit to Iraq, U.S. Sen. Gordon Smith, R-Ore., on Tuesday echoed calls that the newly formed Iraqi government needs to take control of the security of the nation, using American forces as backup.

The Oregon Republican's visit coincided with the first meeting of....

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