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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