Quote by Patrick J. Kennedy

Americans have been given goals to achieve in Iraq, but not the standards by which to measure progress. And the only assurance Americans have been given that we can reach those goals is to trust the President and his Administration at their word.


Americans have been given goals to achieve in Iraq, but not

Summary

This quote suggests that while Americans have been told what they need to achieve in Iraq, there has been a lack of clarity on how to measure their progress. The only reassurance provided to Americans is to trust the President and his Administration without concrete evidence or standards to support their claims. This highlights the need for more transparency and accountability in setting and evaluating goals in Iraq.

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By Patrick J. Kennedy
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