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In reply to the discussion: On this day, I stand with Joe Biden and support his efforts in Afghanistan, COVID [View all]humbled_opinion
(4,423 posts)37. I am pretty sure that's not the point.
We all agree that it was too long and too costly but no one can honestly look at this debacle and think it is OK.
Someone will be held accountable, I understand there will be bipartisan hearings so we will find out who dropped the ball.
We should all continue to pray that the barbarian hordes of Taliban stay cool headed until we get everyone out, if it becomes a bloodbath over there than God help us all.
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On this day, I stand with Joe Biden and support his efforts in Afghanistan, COVID [View all]
diehardblue
Aug 2021
OP
Not just ratings this time - their Corporate Owners also own 'Defense' Industries.
Tommymac
Aug 2021
#55
I support him to the max. When this crap is nailed down, he'll swivel a little more left.
marble falls
Aug 2021
#25
Yes. Would rather have a leader with good intentions who sometimes falls short than a
wiggs
Aug 2021
#29
Ultimately Biden's withdrawal from Afghanistan will be see broadly as the right choice. n/t
MrModerate
Aug 2021
#30