Robert L. Terrell

Obama's Unnecessary Militarism Has Critically Crippled His Wobbly Presidency

Wednesday, December 2, 2009

I suspect that few of those who have closely watched President Barack Obama’s actions since he took office were surprised by his announcement last night that he intends to send 30,000 new troops to Afghanistan. If nothing else, the length of time it took for him to make the decision was a clear indication [...]

military, obama, president, war

Afghanistan, the U.S. and the Lure of Atavistic, Imperial, Military Prowess

Monday, November 9, 2009

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I have had the good fortune to live for long periods of time in Third World settings that I believe provide me important insights into the strategic military dilemma Afghanistan poses for the United States and its allies. The first, and most important, dimension of the situation that everyone needs to grasp regarding this [...]

military, strategy, third world, war