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“It is certainly not unrealistic to think we could have elections by mid-year 2004 and when a sovereign government is installed - my job here will be done.” quote by Paul Bremer
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“It is certainly not unrealistic to think we could have elections by mid-year 2004 and when a sovereign government is installed - my job here will be done.”

Paul Bremer

About This Quote

Source Speech: Press conference, US diplomatic mission, Iraq, 2004

He believes elections could be held by mid‑2004, after which his role would end when a sovereign government takes over.

In simple terms: Elections could happen soon; his job ends then.

Key Takeaway

Focus on building governance structures.

Themes

politics transition governance

Mood

cautious optimistic

Type

political strategic

When to use this quote

  • post‑conflict reconstruction
  • election planning
  • international oversight

Key Concepts

democracy statebuilding legitimacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How realistic is a mid‑year election in a volatile setting?
  • What challenges follow after a sovereign government is installed?
A Different Perspective

Assumes stability and acceptance of new government, which may be contested.

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