Required Reading - October 28, 2009; 8:10 AM ET

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Brother of Afghan Leader Is Said to Be on C.I.A. Payroll New York Times | Not the first time the CIA has employed an alleged drug dealer, right?

U.S. to Protect Populous Afghan Areas, Officials Say New York Times | Leave it to Obama to find the compromise between two compromises.

Analysis: US making plans for Iran nuke strategy Associated Press | The early outlines of a containment plan becoming clearer.

It's Not Just the Public Option New Republic | Worth remembering that a disproportionate share of attention has gone to a relatively small part of reform.

The Lieberman Option Slate | Lieberman once again decides to demonstrate his independence, but to what end?

By Ben Pershing | October 28, 2009; 8:10 AM ET
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