George Bush actually said...

The mandated withdrawal in this bill could embolden our enemies—and confirm their belief that America will not stand behind its commitments.

Setting a deadline for withdrawal is setting a date for failure, and that would be irresponsible.

This is a prescription for chaos and confusion, and we must not impose it on our troops.

Ultimately, a precipitous withdrawal could increase the probability that American troops would have to one day return to Iraq—to confront an...