[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 151 (2005), Part 20]
[House]
[Page 27536]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                            PROGRESS IN IRAQ

  (Mr. WILSON of South Carolina asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Mr. Speaker, while President Bush 
clearly outlined his strategy for victory in Iraq last week, soldiers 
of the Second Iraqi Army Brigade were finishing their first day of 
independently conducting military activities in Hillah, Iraq. After 
undergoing extensive training and testing by coalition forces, these 
soldiers have proven that they are capable of protecting and securing 
their country.
  Each day, Iraqis are playing a larger role in ensuring that democracy 
and freedom prevail in their Nation. On December 15, over 225,000 Iraqi 
soldiers will be responsible for conducting security operations during 
Iraq's nationwide election.
  The constant progress in Iraq could not be possible without the 
tremendous dedication of the men and women who wear the uniform of the 
United States military. Our troops understand the necessity of victory 
in the war on terrorism to protect American families.
  In conclusion, God bless our troops and we will never forget 
September 11.

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