Judd Gregg: “The House language is totally inconsistent on the issue of whether it supports the troops. It says on the one hand that…”

“The House language is totally inconsistent on the issue of whether it supports the troops. It says on the one hand that it does, and it says on the other hand that it doesn't support their mission. You can't do both of those things together. I will submit for the Record an editorial from the Wall Street Journal which reflects that fact. It truly is San Francisco sophistry, the language in the House resolution. In my opinion, it cannot be claimed to be consistent. The only consistent statement of support for the troops is the language of my amendment. That is why I believe it should be voted on. Awaiting the Dishonor Roll Congress has rarely been distinguished by its moral courage. But even grading on a curve, we can only describe this week's House debate on a vote of no-confidence in the mission in Iraq as one of the most shameful moments in the institution's history.”