Best line in Karzai’s inaugural address today
“I do not want to go over all the successes of the last eight years.” Yeah, let’s not — that would take soooo long. Speaking of Afghanistan, I see where old Steve Coll responds to comments posted on this blog. Having the author of one of the best books ever on Afghanistan (and one who ...
“I do not want to go over all the successes of the last eight years.” Yeah, let’s not — that would take soooo long.
Speaking of Afghanistan, I see where old Steve Coll responds to comments posted on this blog. Having the author of one of the best books ever on Afghanistan (and one who is also an expert on bin Laden) wade in here is a real tribute to the quality of the debate you guys are maintaining. Thank you. Kudos especially to “smci60652,” whoever you are.
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