George Bush actually said...

Those who believe that the battle in Iraq is lost will likely point to the unsatisfactory performance on some of the political benchmarks.

Major insurgent organizers and financiers operate in Damascus.

The Baghdad Security Plan will not provide a safe haven for any outlaws, regardless of [their] sectarian or political affiliation.

I believe we can succeed, and I believe we are making security progress that will enable the political tract to succeed as well.