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The odds of war.

The Saddameter

Chance of Invasion
Today: 58 percent

Inspectors prepare to visit sites starting Wednesday. They plan to begin with the obvious sites and gradually pull more surprises. Their spokeswoman says they'll "test cooperation." Peace spin: They won't find a smoking gun because Iraq has become cleverer at hiding its weapons. War spin: They'll find obstruction because Iraq is still paranoid about hiding its weapons.

 
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