Wilson Blasts Democrats’ Reckless Lack of Leadership, Vision

"We cannot prevail in this war as it is going today."Rep. John Murtha, (D-PA), May 6, 2004"The first stage: Expel the Americans from Iraq."Ayman Zawahiri, al Qaeda's number two leader, October 2005"Continued military action in Iraq is not in the best interest of the United States of America." Rep. John Murtha, (D-PA), November 17, 2005Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) spoke out strongly against statements by Congressman John Murtha (D-PA) and other House Democrats regarding their reckless and irresponsible calls for troop withdrawal from Iraq: "After a leading Al-Qaeda terrorist recently stated that his goal was to expel Americans from Iraq, it is reckless for Congressman Murtha and House Democrats to agree with Zawahiri that the United States should withdraw our troops from Iraq before they complete their mission. Instead of proposing winning solutions for the Global War on Terrorism, Democrats are throwing up their hands and waving the white flag of surrender. Democrats have no positive agenda, no vision, and no sense of leadership. As our brave men and women in uniform continue to protect our country, Nancy Pelosi, John Murtha, and other Democrats should not embolden our enemy. "As a Veteran and the father of a son who served in Iraq, I know that our troops are making tremendous progress in establishing a civil society and completing their mission. Republicans recognize that we will either face the terrorists on the streets of Iraq or we will face them in our own country. President Bush and House Republicans remain committed to protecting American families." ###