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fixing what was never built

If the U.S. ends major combat operations, then… The Argument

Afghanistan will succeed in future government and military action

Current President Hamid Karzai Source: About.com

The Economy is on the Rise

Firefights and casualties have both decreased greatly in 2013

Source: iCasualties.org

The U.S. isn’t leaving, we’re digging in

Local Taliban are dropping their weapons

Opposition Are the Afghan forces ready to lead their nation?

Can they remain stable and mitigate Taliban threats?

Source: Youtube.com/U.S. Military

We Have Made Afghanistan Stronger From Within

Financial and Military Assistance Will Produce A Fruitful Future

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