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Conventional wisdom holds that setting a timetable for getting American troops out of Iraq would be a mistake
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"Conventional wisdom holds that setting a timetable for getting American troops out of Iraq would be a mistake"

- Nick Clooney

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This quote recommends that it would be ill-advised to set a timeline for the withdrawal of American troops from Iraq. This remains in line with the conventional wisdom, which is the cumulative opinion of most of people. It suggests that the scenario in Iraq is too intricate and unpredictable to be able to properly anticipate when the troops must be withdrawn. It likewise recommends that the consequences of setting a timeline could be unfavorable, as it might result in instability in the area. The quote implies that the best course of action is to wait and see how the situation develops before making any decisions about troop withdrawal. This is in line with the concept that it is better to be patient and wait on the right minute to act, instead of hurrying into a decision that might have unintentional consequences.

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Nick Clooney This quote is written / told by Nick Clooney somewhere between January 13, 1934 and today. He was a famous Politician from USA. The author also have 29 other quotes.

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