How the Iran war exposed cracks in Trump's Republican coalition
The president's most dedicated supporters are on his side - but significant numbers of Republicans have serious doubts.
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"Countries become less free during war, a spirit of violence descends and people change fast."
— Tucker Carlson , Celebrity
"Get out right away. It's just that simple."
— Tucker Carlson , Celebrity
"The generation that the grassroots is composed of are a lot of people who went to Iraq, went to Afghanistan."
— Vish Burra , Activist
"They still view America as a beacon of hope for freedom seeking people around the world."
— Matt Wylie , Other
Key People
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Republican consultant based in South Carolina.
Tucker Carlson is a political commentator and former host of a primetime news show.
Republican activist from New York City who works in conservative media.
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