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Fancy Nancy releases a statement (emphasis mine):

“Today’s testimony by the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff confirms our warning that the war in Iraq has seriously undermined our nation’s military strength and readiness, and therefore our national security.

“Admiral Michael Mullen’s testimony before Congress today that our troops are ‘significantly stressed’ by operations in Iraq and Afghanistan underscores the national security threat posed by the President’s failed Iraq policy. Admiral Mullen’s warning that ‘the pace of ongoing operations has prevented our forces from fully training for the full spectrum of operations and impacts our ability to be ready to counter future threats’ should make clear that the issue of military readiness is not an abstract concept, but a timely and critical serious threat to the safety of the American people.

“We need a New Direction in our Iraq policy, one that will bring our troops home honorably, safely, and soon.”

We’ve heard all this bullshit before, and what has she done to stop the war since taking the majority? Issued a few press releases.

She and Reid were handed the power to end this War the instant they were given the majority. This 60 vote excuse is total bullshit, and she knows it. The majority party decides what votes come to the floor, the only tool needed to stop the funds and kill this illegal and immoral war.

If you have the stomach for it, go read the whole post at The Gavel:

Pelosi: ‘The War in Iraq Has Seriously Undermined Our Nation’s Military Strength and Readiness’

And be sure to check out this great history of what Pelosi and Reid have done since they took over (hint: they have fought Democrats):

clammyc at Bootrib: Thanks for Nothing, Harry and Nancy

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