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September 26, 2008
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Experts discuss poll results revealing the divergent opinions of Republicans and Democrats on U.S. foreign affairs priorities and how these could affect the presidential election.
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A new poll by the Chicago Council on Global Affairs shows a majority of Americans think the United States should "be ready" to negotiate with countries like Cuba, Iran, Myanmar, North Korea and Zimbabwe, as well as groups like Hamas and Hezbollah. The poll also shows a majority want the United States to withdraw most of its combat troops from Iraq within two years.
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Daily Analysis
Pakistan's new president, Asif Ali Zardari, takes office amid growing ire against U.S. military actions in Pakistan. Seven years after 9/11, is Islamabad still committed to counterterrorism?
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Audio
Listen to three polling experts discuss the role of foreign policy in the 2008 U.S. presidential campaign.
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January 16, 2008
Video
Watch three polling experts discuss the role of foreign policy in the 2008 U.S. presidential campaign.
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January 16, 2008
Video
Watch three polling experts discuss the role of foreign policy in the 2008 U.S. presidential campaign.
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