And I think that, again, some of this is an indication of the progress that is being made to train and equip Iraqi security forces. We're standing up more Iraqi security forces, they're assuming more responsibility for their defense. |
And Josh talked about how this is a time to refresh and re-energize the team and for all of us to renew our commitment as we go forward. And he talked about how we have an active and full agenda. |
And part of that strategy called for the creation of an implementation plan. This would really be a road map designed to take ... the principles that (Bush) outlined in his strategy, and put them into action for all federal departments and agencies. |
and said it was important for all of us to seize this opportunity for peace. |
And so that would be a job killer move, just as our economy is moving in the right direction. |
And so this really frees Karl up to focus on bigger strategic issues. |
And that is certainly an option that is on the table, and if Iran does not change its behavior and get back to the negotiating table, it is an option that is available to the international community. |
and that's why he's going to sharpen his focus, spending more time talking about the progress that's being made on the ground. |
And the president told the prime minister that we're urging all governments to act to lower tensions, restore calm, and protect diplomatic facilities. |
And the word I heard was that there was great appreciation for the notification that we provided. |
And these are old, recycled attacks, ... The Democrats have made it clear that they intend to try to tear down the president and throw the kitchen sink at us because they can't run on John Kerry's record and because they see him falling behind in the polls. |
And these are old, recycled attacks. The Democrats have made it clear that they intend to try to tear down the president and throw the kitchen sink at us because they can't run on John Kerry's record and because they see him falling behind in the polls. |
And we are going to continue to go after terrorist leaders who seek to do us harm and do all in our power to prevent attacks from happening in the first place. |
and we didn't want to slow that decision up in any way. |
And we'll look to them to see what kind of cooperation they want to do on economic issues, as well. But their behavior will determine the course of the relationship. |