"... (Iraqi leaders) understand that their success will require U.S. political, economic, and security engagement that extends beyond my Presidency. These Iraqi leaders have asked for an enduring relationship with America." (President Bush, September 13, 2007)

Not mentioned in Bush's speech or in the Democratic response: Iraq is considering a production-sharing agreement that promises to bring huge profits to foreign oil companies over the next 30 years. The US has been heavily involved in the development of the plan.