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Fr Jan 21 -

MAJORITY OF IRAQIS INTEND TO VOTE -

*An overwhelming majority of Iraqis continue to say they intend to vote on Jan. 30 even as insurgents press attacks aimed at rendering the elections a failure, according to a new public opinion survey.

"Despite the efforts of the terrorists,
Iraqis remain committed to casting
their vote on election day."

Western specialists involved with election preparations said they were struck by the determination and resilience of ordinary Iraqis as they anticipate their country's first free election in half a century.*

:: Karl Vick for WashPost ::

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