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Advocates for gay and lesbian families are denouncing Sen. John McCain for opposing adoptions by gays. But his presidential campaign said that he does not seek a federal ban on the practice.

McCain Assailed for Opposing Gay Adoption

Meanwhile, Sen. Barack Obama said Tuesday that overall U.S. interests have been hurt by the Bush administration’s decision to increase troop strength in Iraq 18 months ago.

Obama: Iraq Distracting from Every Other Threat