>>Progress is when the Iraqi government is able to effectively govern and handle their foremost responsibility-—their own internal security.
And how long did you think this was going to take? The progress has been clear and strong.
>>For the Iraqi legislature to go on vacation while our guys are being killed and maimed stinks like hell.
Why? What they need is properly trained and resourced security personnel. New laws won’t help.
What are you guys talking about? If progress is being made like you claim, then we should be able to leave! Look—its been 6 years-—how long does it take these idiots to get their act together? Havent we dumped enough money there? Time to put pressure on the Iraqis to do their job-—we can’t babysit them forever!