Today, U.S. Representative John D. Dingell (D-MI15) issued the following statement applauding President Obama’s plan to responsibly end the Iraq War and the withdrawal of all remaining troops in Iraq by the end of 2011:
“I am so happy we are bringing our troops home from Iraq. It is about time, and I am pleased it is being done in a responsible way. After years of mismanagement and no accountability by the Bush Administration, pulling out the troops too rapidly would have been dangerous for American soldiers and Iraqis alike. In the 111th Congress, President Obama put forward a responsible plan to end the war in Iraq, and his leadership as our Commander-in-Chief is commendable. Time and again, he has put words into action and, as a result, America is safer and stronger. I applaud this announcement. I am grateful to the soldiers and their families who have paid an enormous cost during these long conflicts, and as a veteran, I am more than honored by their greatness as they have performed admirably and sacrificed so much.”
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