Wilson, Green Applaud National Strategy for Victory in Iraq

Today, Co-Chairs of the Victory in Iraq Caucus Congressmen Mark Green (WI-08) and Joe Wilson (SC-02) commended President Bush for his speech outlining the path forward toward victory in Iraq.  This document spells out the broad strategy the President first set forth in 2003 and provides an update on strong progress already made as well as the remaining challenges to ensure victory."Today the President laid out a detailed plan for achieving victory in Iraq – one that builds off the victories made possible by our brave troops, and one that recognizes the incredible challenges that still lie ahead.  The coming weeks and months will prove absolutely critical in strengthening the democratic institutions now in place and helping the citizens of Iraq assume greater control over their own security.  But this strategy gives us clear benchmarks for moving forward, and signals to the Iraqi people that the United States remains a committed partner in their march toward freedom and prosperity," said Congressman Mark Green. "As President Bush clearly explained his plan for Victory in Iraq today, our brave men and women in uniform continued to effectively execute this critical strategy. Each day, American troops are achieving the political, economic, and security successes that will enable Iraqis ultimately to take full control of their country," said Congressman Joe Wilson. "Although it is unfortunate that the President's critics often ignore the progress in Iraq, it's simply dangerous for them to assume that immediately leaving Iraq will eliminate our challenges in the War on Terrorism. As President Bush said today, ‘If we were not fighting and destroying this enemy in Iraq, they would not be idle. By fighting these terrorists in Iraq, Americans in uniform are defeating a direct threat to the American people.' The President's strategy is working and is necessary for the future of our nation."To view a copy of the National Strategy for Victory in Iraq, please click on the following link: https://www.whitehouse.gov/infocus/iraq/iraq_strategy_nov2005.html ###