05/05/2006
https://www.presidency.ucsb.edu...
"Iraqis Are Beginning To Meet Benchmarks To Achieve Political Reconciliation."
"Millions Of Iraqis Have Risked Their Lives To Secure A Democratic Future For Their Nation, And America Will Not Abandon Them In Their Hour Of Need."
"I thank you for your courage, and I thank you for the conversation we've had."
"You, Mr. Vice President, are showing strong vision and a vision of peace and reconciliation."