More Troops to Iraq

Hey class, hope everyone had a great winter holiday!!

In 2003, Bush had strong support from his nation in the Iraqi invasion. Support has diminished over the past few years, leaving Bush with all time low approval ratings. Both Republics and Democrats are criticising Bush for his decision to send another 21500 troops to Iraq. Many senators have made their unapproving views known. Senator Chuck Hagel called it "the most dangerous foreign policy blunder in this country since Vietnam, if it's carried out." It is also noted that although Tony Blair supports this new plan, Britain will continue to withdraw its troops as previously planned.

Possible Presidential candidates, John Kerry and Chris Dodd (Conneticut Senator) have also made similar comments. With presidential elections one year away, this proves to be a critical time for candidates to gain America's support. My question to the class is, how do you think presidential candidates will use Bush's decision to gain public support?

Here's the article from today's London Free Press,
http://lfpress.ca/newsstand/News/International/2007/01/12/3320153-sun.html