At more than eight years, the war in Afghanistan is the longest in American history. All of World War Two lasted six years and one day, though the US was only involved for three years and nine months.
Why are we there?
Why are we there?
UPDATE: Ah, now we know...
TAPPER: How many Al Qaeda, do you think, are in Afghanistan?
PANETTA: I think the estimate on the number of Al Qaeda is actually relatively small. I think at most, we’re looking at 50 to 100, maybe less. It’s in that vicinity. There’s no question that the main location of Al Qaeda is in the tribal areas of Pakistan.
I'm thinking a 100,000-to-100 troop-to-terrorist ratio isn't really a very efficient use of our resources. 'Specially since were getting our asses kicked on a daily basis.
No comments:
Post a Comment