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U.S. Vice President Joe Biden speaks to a crowd of more than 200 troops and civilians about the partnership with the Iraqis and his appreciation for military members and their families on Camp Victory, Iraq, Jan. 13, 2011.

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U.S. Vice President Joe Biden speaks to a crowd of more than 200 troops and civilians about the partnership with the Iraqis and his appreciation for military members and their families on Camp Victory, Iraq, Jan. 13, 2011.

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