Democrats Are Exorcising the Ghost of Iraq
The Atlantic • 3/20/2026
Summary
In 2002, most ambitious Democrats supported a Middle Eastern war. By 2026, most oppose it.
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Lindy Score Breakdown (V4.2)
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Final Score12/100
CategoryAntiLindy
StatusActive
Recency Multiplier97% (0.5^2/48)
Hero EligibleYes
Score BreakdownRisk 70
Source Reputation: Low-trust source (6/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: Breaking news - too recent to assess longevity
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