Jimmy Carter: “The highest tribute we can pay those who fought and sometimes died for our country is to strengthen in time of peace…”

I would prefer a much more rapid withdrawal myself and I don't know what the, you know, what the recommendation will be until I see the written report.

This is a very wise and very courageous thing for President Obama to do. And in my opinion, is long overdue.

That our country for the first time in my lifetime has abandoned basic principles of human rights.

I think that sends a clear signal to Maliki that we won't be there indefinitely and my hope is that they'll be a commitment by the world community including the controversial nations of Syria and Iran.