I post this only because it's my practice to let Kossacks know when something goes up over on ICTMN.
The reason not to do so is because it's a mash-up of three diaries I've already posted here, with some historical comments added.
Why did I put all this stuff together?
The issue on the table is really Afghanistan, and Fallujah is being put forward as a lever to separate the President from the idea of withdrawing all combat troops.
Then comes today's New York Times, talking about "a gut punch to Marine morale."
I need to ring this bell as loud as I know how and hope others will do the same. We need to make noise. Right now.