U.S.Army Sergeant Jeremy Tormala, on his second tour of duty in Iraq, thought the elections gave a good indication that Iraqi forces will be up to the task.

VOA: standard.2010.03.08

And let us be honest, this is a tough task. But this will be Jim's core mission, he is eminently qualified, and he has my complete confidence and support."

VOA: standard.2010.06.05

It is not an easy task,she said. "This is going to be a very hard act for him to pursue, particularly when there is very, very deep hostility to the United States and to the West more generally in Pakistan."

VOA: standard.2010.08.06