As Andrew Sullivan points out, this isn't a gaffe. Like the president, John McCain wants a long-term military presence in Iraq. Something on the order of Korea. That's why bringing the troops home "is not too important." Have a look at the video that's circling the blogosphere:
A programming note, I'll be off for a couple of weeks on a much needed family vacation. Be well, gentle readers.
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