Iraq

IRAQ

Mr. SAM JOHNSON of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I am here to congratulate the men and women of our Armed Forces who have cornered and captured the leader of al Qaeda in Iraq, al Zarqawi. His death dealt a harmful blow to his followers who practice and preach hate, death, and fear.

Better yet, the raid on the warlord's hideout produced a slew of information: policy, propaganda, and paraphernalia. Even Zarqawi says they are losing.

Just as important is what transpired after they uncovered that intelligence: 452 raids since the killing of al Zarqawi, 104 insurgents killed, and 759 anti-Iraqi elements captured. This morning's news release claims the death of Zarqawi's replacement.

One man said, ``We are beating the snot out of them. Why quit now short of complete victory?''

This is big news for democracy and freedom. Our men and women in uniform deserve the utmost respect and thanks, and I would like to honor them for a job well done

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