I want the Iraqis to understand that we are with them and that they have to make tough decisions, and we'll help them make those tough decisions for this country, for this democracy to survive. And they've made some tough decisions.

Today the Justice Department did issue a blanket alert. It was in recognition of a general threat we received. This is not the first time the Justice Department have acted like this. I hope it is the last. But given the attitude of the evildoers, it may not be.

We're not going to spend taxpayers' money on abortion. This is an issue that divides America. But certainly reasonable people can agree on how to reduce abortions in America.

The thing that's important for me is to remember what's the most important thing.

Issues are won based upon whether or not you can keep this economy strong; elections are won based upon economic issues and national security issues.

Everywhere that freedom stirs, let tyrants fear.

Our job is to help Iraq forces be better equipped, to help their police be able to deal with these extremists and to help their government succeed.