The bottom line is that after we defeat the armed forces of Iraq, that we will want to and need to provide stability throughout that country.
Peter PaceI do not believe the United States is well served by a policy that says it is OK to be immoral in any way.
Peter PaceWe prefer that the leaders of the Iraqi armed forces do the honorable thing; stop fighting for a regime that does not deserve your loyalty.
Peter PaceMarines are very good at fighting... And if Gen. Franks wants fighters on the ground and he puts Marines in, he'll have what he wants.
Peter Pace