[Allegra]

We need a pool on how long it will be before Iraq reverts after Aug. 32.

For all intents and purposes, the combat mission really ended last summer.

And after September 1, troops will still be here. Just not as many as in the past.

Even after December 31, 2011, the U.S. will maintain a presence here, both military and diplomatic.

[philetus]

Even after December 31, 2011, the U.S. will maintain a presence here, both military and diplomatic.”

Exactly. For U.S. to “win” the Iraq war on terror, we have to stay in Iraq.