Barack Obama actually said...

Iraq is not a perfect place. It has many challenges ahead, but we're leaving behind a sovereign, stable and self-reliant Iraq.

President Obama’s assessment of Iraq's situation three years ago compared to the current crisis.

08/06/2014

More Barack Obama Quotes

The President set out a clear, overarching objective for the United States in the region to sustain a stable security environment.

America's future prosperity and security are very much intertwined with the Asia-Pacific region.

Our response to terrorism cannot depend on military or law enforcement alone.

Americans needed to redouble their efforts to get involved in community service and volunteerism.