On The Move
Clyburn Marks End of Combat Mission in Iraq
Sep 1, 2010
WASHINGTON, DC - September 1, 2010 - House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn today released the following statement on the conclusion of combat operations in Iraq.
“The end of combat operations in Iraq is another important step
toward the fulfillment of President Obama’s promise to reduce the number
of troops in the region, end our involvement in Iraq and bring our
troops home. Our service members have gone beyond the call of duty over
the last seven years to bring some stability to Iraq and create the
conditions on the ground that will allow the country to form their own
government. I urge the Iraqi leadership to use this milestone to come
back to the negotiating table and form a government as quickly as
possible.
“As our troops return, it is important that we help them transition from
the battlefield to life back home. Democrats have consistently fought
to provide our veterans with the resources necessary to assist that
transition, and we will continue to do so in the future. We’ve made
historic investments in the VA budget, the G.I. Bill, health care,
mental health, support for caregivers and improved care for women. Our
brave men and women in uniform and their families who sacrificed so much
for our country deserve that support."
