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John McCain excoriates those who sentimentalize war, which left us wondering: Who did that recently?

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Only a fool or a fraud sentimentalizes the merciless reality of war.

— Sen. John McCain, March 26, 2008

I must say, I’m a little envious. If I were slightly younger and not employed here, I think it would be a fantastic experience to be on the front lines of helping this young democracy succeed.

It must be exciting for you … in some ways romantic, in some ways, you know, confronting danger. You’re really making history, and thanks.

— President George W. Bush, March 13, 2008

By Alex Koppelman

Alex Koppelman is a staff writer for Salon.


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