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	Afghanistan general quits over disillusionment with government strategy

foxyarse

10-5-2009 6:52 PM

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He is the most senior officer to leave the Army as a result of disquiet over the direction of the campaign. Other high-profile resignations have included Brig Ed Butler and Col Stuart Tootal who have both later derided shortcomings in resources for Helmand.

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10-5-2009 11:18 PM

mugofcoffee

It takes guts to do this!

10-7-2009 10:40 AM

Steve Savage

Three truly fine military leaders quit over disillusionment with government strategy.

Charles Kruthammer says that Stanley McChrystal may also resign.

Charles Krauthammer: While our Troops are being shot at, Obama's preparing for Letterman
http://www.youtube.com/watch?

10-7-2009 10:42 AM

Steve Savage

Sorry

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kxi2IILt8sk

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