While the outcome of the General Election in Iraq remains unclear, what is clear is the remarkable stability that has been achieved. Much remains to be done, as evidenced by ongoing bombings, but the progress is undeniable. The United States continues to play less and less of a prominent role in the field of security, while, concurrently, the Iraqi Security Forces are growing in maturity and capabilities. The Iraqi economy continues to strengthen and relations with its neighbors are improving. What does the future hold for U.S.-Iraqi cooperation? Will the next government be able to continue the security successes in Iraq, or will politics undermine that which has been achieved?