there are varied opinions on the best way to support the troops...
the legislature can't dictate policy of the armed forces. bush's plan would be implemented irregardless of petraeus being confirmed.
the legislature can only stop the funding at this point (after consent to invade was given). nobody, no matter what their view on iraq is, wishes to stop funding the soldier's needs.
even with the sentiment against bush's war, the vote to turn off the money would be disaster.
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