National Security and Military Leaders Praise Obama's Iraq Plan

[illinoisprogressive]

"When our president defends a wrong strategy by a welter of ever-changing tactics, our leader should be determined by who can see and address what is fundamental. Today, Senator Obama moved beyond tactics, asked the important questions, gave compelling answers and pointed to the path he'd take to bring us to the right destination. That's what I want in a president."

"Senator Obama showed that he has the best judgment and courage to be Commander in Chief. He outlined a comprehensive and detailed set of policies to turn the page in Iraq, to protect American interests, and to advance stability in Iraq and the region. He understands that the choices we are making in Iraq are bigger than the debate in Washington--they are about the future of our military and the future of our global leadership. Barack Obama is uniquely suited to restore our military and our leadership."

"Senator Obama combines sober realism and a wider vision to reframe U.S. policy toward Iraq. He understands the full range and priority of American interests in the region, starting with the containment of Iran's nuclear ambitions. Instead of continuing a narrow military focus on Iraq, Obama calls for military disengagement, coupled with a new approach of harnessing friends and allies, communicating with adversaries, using all elements of national power, and integrating regional initiatives to promote broader, long-term American interests. He offers a strong and sustainable alternative at a crucial time."

"We must do more than address the ‘surge' in Iraq-we need a clear strategy to end the war and protect our interests in this vital region. Barack Obama has provided one. He commits to starting to redeploy our combat troops from Iraq immediately, knowing that doing so is vital to the strength of our military globally and to our ability to fight the terrorists on the right battlefield-Afghanistan. He knows that ending our military participation in Iraq's civil war must not be used as an excuse to walk away from the region and that we must assert our leadership with our allies in the Persian Gulf, and beyond, to address both the political future of Iraq and the terrible humanitarian crisis this war has created."

"Senator Obama provided a comprehensive plan to redeploy US combat forces from Iraq responsibly, while reinvigorating US diplomacy and upholding our moral obligation to the Iraqi people. As importantly, Senator Obama delivered an unequivocal message to the White House: it is not time for another premature and ill-conceived war-this time in Iran. While no option can be taken off the table, the responsible course to protect our interests is through direct diplomacy with Iran and economic pressure."


http://campaignsandelections.com/nh/releases/index.cfm?ID=3880

[Colobo]

1. These people know what they are talking about.