The reporter mentions a host of significant facts and anecdotes to back up her claims. She supports her opinions well throughout and clearly makes her case. At times, her sources are anonymous (though in some instances, this is understandable). Even though I take issue with the article's tone at times (the author occasionally writes with sarchasm, which makes her clear points less so), I found this a compelling read by an expert in the field. An original look at the Bush legacy from a land directly impacted by his policies.

Long and in-depth review of the failures of the US in Afghanistan. It covers specific cases of corruption and how the contractors the US hires are gaming the system at the expense of the Afghan people. An EXCELLENT article, extremely informative and well written.

The breadth and brazenness of the U.S. corruption and incompetence is an eye-opener. Most big corporate media (that I recall) have said the big problem is Afghani corruption. This story convincingly turns that story on it's head. Highly informative.

An important and informative story about did from USA. Why are stories like this never seen in Americian journlism?

Good, on-the-ground reportig and sound conclusions based on what the reporter saw.

The article involves the reader 'emotionally' in a topical issue, by reporting selected facts and alluding to endemic corruption. If these facts and allusions are true then it's quality journalism.

While I knew there was corruption going on, the dept of this is staggering. These no-bid contracts are nothing but pay-off's to American contractor's, with retired military coming and going with their fists full of bribes.Shameless!!