07/29/2008
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"In other words, when we begin to draw down troops from Iraq, it will be from a position of strength and success, not from a position of fear and failure."
"I would hope that Congress would pay attention to what General Petraeus has to say."
"Failure in Iraq could be a disaster for the United States."
"Every day, you show bravery under incredibly difficult circumstances."