
Interim Iraqi Prime Minister Ayad Allawi today addressed a joint session of Congress and told lawmakers that despite struggles and setbacks, “the values of liberty and democracy” are taking hold in Iraq. Later, in a Rose Garden press conference, President Bush defended U.S. efforts in Iraq.
Hear excerpts of the Allawi and Bush speeches as well as commentary from Newsweek Magazine’s Michael Hirsh.
Guests:
Michael Hirsh, senior editor Newsweek magazine













