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.
A free Iraq, an Iraq that's an ally against these extremists and murderers will be a major defeat for the terrorists.
I would hope that Congress would pay attention to what General Petraeus has to say.
Those decisions will be based on a calm assessment by our military commanders on the conditions on the ground.
Exactly what I said. That we're having good success on the ground from a security perspective.
Every day, you show bravery under incredibly difficult circumstances.
When Iraqis feel safe in their own homes and neighborhoods, they can focus their efforts on building a stable civil soci...
Because of your hard work, because of your bravery and sacrifice, you are denying Al Qaida a safe haven from which to pl...
Success in Iraq would be a major blow in this ideological struggle.
I thank you for your courage and your bravery.
America is safer for it.