But as we move from this period of what many Iraqis regard as perceived occupation, we need to move towards one of partnership.
John Abizaid
But as we move from this ...
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I think you also understand that one of the key things that's got to be done in Iraq is to build a mentality of understanding that the military needs to be subordinate to civilian control and respectful of its own people.
John Abizaid
But clearly the fact that we've gone from zero Iraqi security forces on duty in May to up to 200,000 today is an enormous accomplishment, but it's not enough.
John Abizaid
Oh, the transition concerns me because as we move towards an important political event, it's clear to me that the terrorists and insurgents will move as hard as they can to disrupt this process.
John Abizaid
So, these political activities will create friction in and of themselves, and in this environment of friction there'll be additional violence.
John Abizaid
