The expressed goal of a free and democratic Iraq has little substance.

If they do, hopes of a democratic, multiethnic Iraq go with them.

A democratic Iraq will foster peace and justice in the entire region.

At that point, a democratic Iraq would still be something very much in the making.

The goal of a democratic Iraq is nonetheless one that can be achieved.

After three or four years you have a really democratic Iraq.

"Mosul has the promise to be a model community of a free democratic Iraq," he said.

A democratic Iraq would then serve as a model for its neighbors, almost all of which are authoritarian states.

Working hard to get others to help us might have spread the risks and improved the chances for a democratic Iraq.

"You cannot have a democratic Iraq without federalism," he said.