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Exiles, Shia Muslims, Seek Roles in Governing Iraq

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By Jackie Northam,

Melissa Block

Published April 18, 2003 at 12:00 AM EDT

As U.S. forces seek an interim administration to run Iraq until elections can be held, the Iraqi National Congress -- a group that opposed Saddam from exile -- is likely to have major influence. Shia Muslims also expect to play a part. Hear from NPR's Jackie Northam, NPR's Melissa Block and Christian Science Monitor reporter Peter Ford.

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