"Progress continues in Iraq, underscored by the large turnout in today's election to choose a permanent government.  Voters overwhelmed the polling stations forcing the election to be extended for another hour.  Preliminary figures indicate 11 million Iraqis voted today, where 8 million voted in January and 10 million in October.  We must maintain our support for Iraq in combating the terrorists, in establishing a capable Iraqi security system, and in building a working government.  Our exit strategy is establishing a stable Iraq allied with us in the War on Terror."