The deployment, to total 17,000 soldiers and Marines, will double the number of U.S. combat brigades at a time of tension with Afghanistan's weak government over civilian casualties. Full Story »
Posted by Derek Hawkins
A basic report, this appears to be sourced primarily from Obama's announcement. Provides some context and is generally well written and informative. One anonymous source from within the administration is provided. Very limited dissenting opinion about this move is addressed here.
I don't know who the "Official" is,but this sounds about right according to other reports. Obama is finally going to put his mark on "His" war. If history is any judge, this war will be etched on his tombstone.
I would hate to see a picture of Obama with his head on his desk in the Oval office like Lyndon Johnson.
Well written updated view of the latest US Military efforts in Afganistan and an attempt to stabilize things before this summer's election. Some content, but not enough, alluding to Pakistan's Governmet turning over a section the country to the Taliban. Ok but thin article on this war's new escalation.
Its about time a more agressive postion was adopted, the death tolls clearly indicate the Taliban isn't slowing down.
I feel that a variety of information is provided. It discusses the benefits and drawbacks of sending more troops and provides a bit of background information. The quality of journalism is something to be respected in my opinion.
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