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Politics : Impeach George W. Bush
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To: sea_biscuit who wrote (82406)7/19/2007 5:12:02 PM
From: one_less  Read Replies (1) of 93284
 
The word 'fix' suggests that there is some sort of settlement that is specific, correct, and final. American operations in Iraq have evolved from war with Saddams regime to the accomplishment of broadly defined objectives which hardly fit within the idea of a 'fix'.

From the July 12, 2007 Bencmark assessment report:

Over 2007 and into 2008, we are focusing on the following core objectives:

* Defeat al-Qaida and its supporters and ensure that no terrorist safe haven exists in Iraq.

*Support Iraqi efforts to quell sectarian violence in Baghdad and regain control over the capital.

*Ensure the territorial integrity of Iraq and counter/limit destructive Iranian and Syrian activity in Iraq.

*Help safeguard democracy in Iraq by encouraging strong democratic institutions impartially serving all Iraqis and preventing the return of the forces of tyranny.

*Foster the conditions for Iraqi national reconciliation but with the Iraqi Government clearly in the lead.

*Continue to strengthen Iraqi Security Forces (ISF) and accelerate the transition of security responsibility to the Iraqi Government.

*Encourage an expanding Iraqi economy, including by helping Iraq maintain and expand its export of oil to support Iraqi development.

*Promote support for Iraq from its neighbors, the region, and the international community.
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