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I returned from Iraq a little over two weeks ago, and trust me, it's great to be in Washington and in your company today. After nearly 15 months in Iraq--most(*)ly spent focusing on where we are and where we're going--it's a pleasure to step back and reflect a bit about where we've been. I'd like to speak with you about Iraq in 2007, to include the surge, its implemen(*)tation, and my assessment of its impact.
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Let me close by emphasizing that there was much sacrifice to achieve these gains. Let us all nev(*)er forget those whose lives have been changed for(*)ever because of injuries and those who gave their lives fighting for the ideals of liberty as well as their loved ones. Their sacrifices were and are not in vain, and because of them the Iraqis have the right to choose their own destiny.

The gates of freedom remain open today because of our fallen comrades: noble and gallant warriors who gave everything so others can enjoy life, liberty, and happiness. We will honor their memory and remain dedicated to ensuring their sacrifices are never forgotten.

I am honored to serve in the greatest Armed Forces in the world, and I'm proud of what it stands for. We have not finished our mission, but we have proven our mettle. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to talk to you this morning, and God Bless America.
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A General says that the surge is working...

Wow, this is shocking news. A member of the military says that the military is doing its job. Absolutely shocking... Unbelievable...
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A General says that the surge is working...

Wow, this is shocking news. A member of the military says that the military is doing its job. Absolutely shocking... Unbelievable...
Look! A liberal nerd <--- Personal attack that worships fake Star Wars characters and has no credebility. He calls our Generals "that spend an entire lifetime defending his right to trash generals, liars! The earth is overpopulated with them!
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Petraeus, who is preparing to testify to Congress next month on the Iraq war, said in an interview that "no one" in the U.S. and Iraqi governments "feels that there has been sufficient progress by any means in the area of national reconciliation," or in the provision of basic public services.

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In February, following the passage of laws on the budget, provincial elections and an amnesty for certain detainees, Petraeus was more encouraging. "The passage of the three laws today showed that the Iraqi leaders are now taking advantage of the opportunity that coalition and Iraqi troopers fought so hard to provide," he said at the time.

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Many Iraqi parliament members and other officials acknowledge that the country's political system is often paralyzed by sectarian divisions, but they also say that American expectations are driven by considerations in Washington and do not reflect the complexity of Iraq's problems.

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Petraeus, who is preparing to testify to Congress next month on the Iraq war, said in an interview that [size="3"]"no one" in the U.S. and Iraqi governments "feels that there has been sufficient progress by any means in the area of national reconciliation."
Yep.

Conservatives are scared to death of that thread.
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Yep.

Conservatives are scared to death of that thread.
I'm not sure if I would describe the destinct abscence of intelligence found in your echo chamber as conservatives being "scared to death." Maybe no one wants to interrupt you talking to yourself ad infinitum.

You tend to wax a bit too drammatic at times.
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You tend to wax a bit too drammatic at times.
And you tend to ignore reality when it doesn't suit your opinion.
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