Just two weeks ago, millions of Iraqis defied the threats of terrorists and went to the polls to determine their own future. I congratulate the Iraqi people for the courage they've shown in making these elections so successful.

During 2007-2008 Frist was the Frederick H. William Harrison "Bill" Frist Sr. In 2008 he became a partner in Chicago-based Cressey & Co.

William Harrison "Bill" Frist Sr. (born February 22 1952) is an American physician businessman and politician.