Bush Congratulates Iraqi Voters on "Historic Achievement"

Praising Iraqis who "firmly rejected the anti-democratic ideology of the terrorists" and instead "demonstrated the kind of courage that is always the foundation of self–government," President Bush congratulated the millions who exercised their right to vote in the January 30 elections in Iraq.
The president lauded the people of Iraq for "tak[ing] rightful control of their country’s destiny." He also saluted "the many friends" in the European Union and the United Nations who gave important assistance in the election process. (complete text)

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