Jeff Duncan actually said...

"These attacks are aimed at eroding Iraqi sovereignty, self-reliance, increasing instability, creating more distance between the U.S. and Iraq, and to prevent Iraqi economic growth."

"The first requirement is to be more aggressive in negotiating the proper set of agreements so that our security interests and the security interests of Iraq both be achieved."

"The Iraqi security forces still need our help, and there are gaps in our current strategy."

"The recent nationwide coordinated attacks demonstrate that Iraqi intelligence is deficient."