Accepting Quote by Trent Lott

Under extremely difficult circumstances (Iraq) pursues the inherently complicated task of rebuilding the country. Yet Iraq continues, courageously, to reach for the promise of…

— Jalal Talabani

There is no doubt that Iraqis, like Australians and Americans, love and desire freedom. However, if freedom doesn't mean the right to complete self-determination,…

— Amir Butler

I do know that it’s important for us to support the Iraqi people, who have shown incredible courage in their desire to live in…

— George W. Bush

Iraq can emerge as a beacon of hope and democracy in the Middle East, and the world, with our help.

— Chris Chocola

The Iraqis needed to know that we weren't going to leave them alone. No matter how difficult it was, the United States would help…

— George W. Bush

If we hold true to our ideals and our commitment to freedom, this generation of servicemen and women will have extended liberty to the…

— Jim Talent

If you look beyond the short term violence and instability, you do see significant activities on the part of the Iraqi people that indicate…

— Bob Kerrey

When Saddam Hussein was overthrown, Iraqis resolved never to allow one man, one political party, or one segment of society to dominate our diverse…

— Haider al-Abadi

There aren't traditions of freedom in a place like Iraq. They're going to have to come to grips with a concept that they hadn't…

— Malcolm Wallop

It's what the Iraqi people are going through right now. They have encountered a victorious, hostile force-but, you know, there they still are. There…

— Michael Nesmith

I have never been able to let Iraq go. It is a part of me. Even under Saddam Hussein, even despite what the country…

— Arwa Damon

The Iraqis have become invested in their nationhood.

— Joe Biden