Bush admin's failed strategy continues to carry a high price. In 2006, 14,000+ Iraqi civilians and 350+ U.S. troops have been killed in the war. New Iraqi govt "still has yet to demonstrate its relevance in the daily lives of many Iraqis" and economic reconstruction continues to fall short. PM visit actually highlights is the failure of the administration to make any significant transitions in 2006. |
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