to say that there is not progress against al Qaeda in Iraq is an insult to those men and women who have brought about progress. It is a denial of their sacrifice.

From the Ph.D. to the landscaper, there's a chance for you to you to participate in the American dream on our terms, a way that will make this country better.

Is it fair to say that one of the reasons that we have the highest rate of reenlistment among those who have served in Iraq is that they believe it is part of the global struggle, the war on terror?

No matter how well-intentioned, a resolution being opposed to this new strategy is a vote of no confidence in you.

Can you have a functioning democracy where the capital itself is not secure?

I think there is really no telling what could happen if Iraq fails.

Is it pretty clear that elements of the Iranian Government are actively involved in killing American soldiers?

I think we need to continue to, certainly, make a point of that in every forum that we have...

So, it's your belief that Iran is trying to, basically, drive us out of Iraq so they would, I guess, be a winner, if we left?

Could I go to Fallujah tomorrow? Could I go downtown to Fallujah tomorrow as a Senator?

This is the last best chance and the question is, the last hand to be played, should you play it?

This is our last best chance to get this right.