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Tapes show Kennedy was conflicted over Saigon coup

WASHINGTON — Newly released White House tapes from the Vietnam War era portray President John F. Kennedy wrestling over the fate of South Vietnam's strongman in a situation that appears to mirror President Barack Obama's quandary today in dealing with... Full Article at Fort Worth Star-Telegram

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