Iraq Strategy More Of The Same
Apr 8, 2008
Press Release
DeGette Reaffirms Commitment to Ending War in Iraq
WASHINGTON – With the Iraq war in its sixth year, Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) today released the following statement on General David Petraeus and Ambassador Ryan Crocker testimony before Congress. Petraeus and Crocker will testify before the House of Representatives tomorrow.
“The recent flare-up in violence in Iraq is further evidence that President Bush’s ‘surge’ has failed. The Iraqi government has not taken the necessary steps toward political reconciliation that will help secure their own country. Now, General Petraeus and Ambassador Crocker ask for more money, more troops, and more time. Their ‘no-end-in-sight’ strategy is unacceptable.
“The Bush Administration’s war in Iraq has not only failed, but is fatally misguided. With over 4,000 U.S. casualties and tens of thousands injured, the Bush Administration’s war has cost us billions of dollars, pushing our nation deeper into debt, and hurt our fragile economy.
“I voted against giving the President his original authorization to go to war in 2002. I have consistently opposed this war. And, I will continue to uphold my commitment opposing any legislation that does not contain firm withdrawal timelines and political benchmarks. It is time to bring a responsible end to this irresponsible war.”