Moving finish line in Afghanistan war
P resident Barack Obama’s new strategy for victory in Afghanistan apparently involves redefining success. We hope the president uses a gauge acceptable to the American people — but not to al-Qaida, the Taliban and other Islamic terrorists. For weeks Obama has been considering a request from Gen. Stanley McChrystal, chief U.S. military commander in Afghanistan. McChrystal has said that without a large number of reinforcements, as many as 40,000, it will be impossible to defeat the Taliban. White House sources have said that Obama is re-evaluating U.S. strategy in Afghanistan. That includes not just military affairs, but also relations with the regime of Afghan President Hamid Karzai. On Sunday, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said the White House wants more assurances that Karzai will fight corruption in Afghanistan. U.S. financial aid will be tied to Karzai’s effectiveness in doing that. Clinton added, however, that Obama plans to “limit” U.S. military goals in Afghanista.
» Full Story‘Tis the season to support the Salem Salvation Army
'Tis the season for giving and nobody does it better than your local Salvation Army.
The Salem-based Salvation Army, under Captain John and Erin Brand, has busily been preparing for the holidays.
Savings to pay for health plan? Never any savings
In introducing a new national health care proposal, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said lawmakers dealing with it will “follow in the footsteps of those who gave our country Social Security and then Medicare.” Precisely.
Pelosi, D-Calif.
Roses&Thorns
Roses, red roses, as in the Red that goes with the Black of Quakers pride that galvanized our community because of the successes of the football team. An open thank you to head coach Mike Kopachy, his staff and player.
» Full StoryObama must be careful in North Korea negotiations
We hope President Barack Obama is not making a mistake in his plan to engage in bilateral talks with North Korea. He and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton should proceed with extreme caution.
» Full StoryInvestigate claim of ‘pay’ for vote at OU
We will be surprised if Ohio Secretary of State Jennifer Brunner’s office is not busy for some time in getting to the bottom of allegations of illegal activities involving the Tuesday general election.
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