Nita Lowey: “today's debate should be about one thing, whether or not we believe that this administration and this President are…”

“today's debate should be about one thing, whether or not we believe that this administration and this President are pursuing sound and competent policy in Iraq. Instead, the Republican leadership has orchestrated a pathetic, partisan political ploy in an effort to distract the American people from this administration's failure in Iraq. The Republican leadership is making a mockery of Jack Murtha's able and selfless service to his country in a blatant abuse of power. This leadership has rushed a resolution to the floor that bears no resemblance to Jack Murtha's considered position on Iraq. The war is a matter of life and death for our servicemen and for the people of Iraq, and this Republican leadership has instead decided to make it a political power play. This is a disgusting offense to Jack Murtha, to every one of our veterans, and, most importantly, to all of our brave men and women serving today.”