How about an alternative counterterrorism program, like books not bombs? The cost of a weaponized drone -- $40 million could pay 15,000 teachers for 10 years in the school programs for girls established by local and international NGOs in the Afghanistan and Pakistan region. (8)
Public Support and Legality
Where does public support for the wars in Afghanistan and Pakistan stand?
Seven of 10 Britons recently polled support withdrawal from the war. Canada has set a timetable to withdraw its forces. The majority of German and French citizens oppose the war. Two thirds of Pakistanis polled consider the U.S. a larger threat than the Taliban or India, Pakistan's arch nuclear rival. The majority of Afghans want security and justice in bringing criminals to trial, not more war.
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