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Without research, can you guess who wrote these words? Could be just about anybody these days...
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One of numerous confirmations of America's permanent war strategy
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Even McChrystal suggested the war is unwinnable - why he was fired
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Afghan soldiers in the USA generally whooping it up and having a good time. I don't really know what I'm feeling as a response but whatever it is I'm feeling it very strongly. Video.