He has traveled to Iraq and met with the country's leaders and our military commanders on the ground. He will provide the department with a fresh perspective and new ideas on how America can achieve our goals in Iraq.
Bush highlights Gates' experience and potential contributions to U.S. strategy in Iraq.
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