Reid Backs Off Firm Troop Withdrawal Timetable

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Signaling a major change in negotiation strategy, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid says his demands for a firm commencement date for troop withdrawals from Iraq this coming spring has become an “obstacle” and that he is willing to compromise with Republicans on the issue.

Late Update: Reid’s spokesman responds to our query about his remarks, leaving little doubt that he’s open to the possibility of funding the war this fall without withdrawal timelines. —gs

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