It worries me that this is not further up, and I have a man from Missouri who was kidnapped as part of a convoy attack last November.

Until we hold those commanders responsible, I have a feeling we're going to be, it's going to be all foam and no beer in terms of what we're really accomplishing.

What can happen on the ground with these security contractors, in terms of undermining our relationship with the Iraqi people.

I think we have to really do a much better job of getting a handle on all that.

I think expressing our opinions through resolutions is exactly what keeps this institution and the people we represent living in a wonderful country because of the democratic institutions.

I am not sure we are the right people to advise the Iraqis on how to spend their money.

It was an election, and that election confirmed the strong foundation we have in this country for the democratic process.

Thank you and we all wish you, not just Godspeed, but success and health.

I think you've been very candid today. I think we all value that highly. Thank you. I think you've done a great job today, and I wish you the very best and safety.

Aye.

I'm aware of that, and I'm encouraged by it.