Issue Position: Ending the War in Iraq

Issue Position

Bring Our Troops Home

I opposed George Bush's war in Iraq from the very beginning. My first priority in Congress will be to work to begin an immediate phased withdrawal of combat troops from Iraq. I will vote against any open-ended commitment to keep large numbers of American troops deployed in Iraq.

Rebuild Our Reputation Abroad

American credibility has been severely damaged by George Bush's war in Iraq. Before serving in elected office, I spent ten years advising the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee on foreign policy. I will use that experience to work to rebuild our alliances and cooperate with the international community to bring greater stability to the region.

Crack Down on War Profiteers

The Bush-Cheney Defense Department has secretly awarded billion of dollars in no-bid contracts to defense contractors doing business in Iraq. I support Democratic efforts to pass the War Profiteering Prevention Act to end this corrupt practice. I'll work to hold defense contractors criminally accountable when they defraud taxpayers.

Child Care for Military Families

Long deployments and multiple tours of duty have put an incredible strain on families forced to cope with the extended absence of a parent serving abroad. I will work to expand child care services to help military families with young children.

The 21st Century GI Bill

I will work with Senator Jim Webb to pass his 21st Century GI Bill that would make college and job training opportunities more affordable for troops entering civilian life.

Military Health Care

Recent reports from Walter Reed and other facilities have demonstrated that the Bush administration has failed to provide adequate care for the brave men and women who have sacrificed so much for our country. I will work with the new administration to ensure our returning troops receive the best medical care, physical therapy and counseling services.

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