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The Road to the White House
Each of the major Dems is studying the primary map for a way to defeat Dean

JOHN KERRY
Once thought to be the odds-on favorite, Kerry is now trailing Dean badly in New Hampshire and has had to take out two personal loans to keep going. His best hope for a second look is a good showing in Iowa, where he is investing heavily.

Key State: Iowa

Looking for Mr. Right
Maliki's Last Stand?
The prime minister makes a new call to curb violence, but Iraqis' patience with him and his government is wearing thin
What a Surge Really Means
Can a couple more divisions in Iraq make a difference? Or is Bush's idea too little, too late?

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FROM THE JANUARY 12, 2004 ISSUE OF TIME MAGAZINE; POSTED SUNDAY, JANUARY 4, 2004

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