[Allegra]

The gains of the troop surge allowed the Iraqi government and citizenry to implement the security measures and legislative acts called for by the U.S.

That's the mission I am proud to be a part of. Late last year when we saw it really start to come together, it was fascinating.

And Police Day in Baghdad this past January was a fantastic experience. Just a year before, we wouldn't have dreamed of attending such an event because it was too dangerous.

My, how things have changed and continue to change.

[KevinDavis]

We need to leave now cause all we are doing is just nation building.. /s

In reality in the long term going into Iraq was good idea because it created a roach hotel for terrorist. They come in, but they don't come out.