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A January 2009 Carnegie report on Afghanistan concluded in January 2009:
"The only meaningful way to halt the insurgency's momentum is to start withdrawing troops. The presence of foreign troops is the most important element driving the resurgence of the Taliban."
Why would I cite Jessica Tuchman and no other think tanker? It is not because of the wisdom of her historian mother.
It is because Jessica Tuchman and her colleagues at Carnegie were right about the folly of invading Iraq.
In sum, I intend to put an end to wooden headedness with respect to adventures in Asia. I have no interest in quagmires, and I am seeking fresh adviceà ‚¬"including from those who were right about Iraq.
As you might imagine, the cost savings are likely to be immense. In any event, they are likely to be more than enough to defray any extra cost that attends the initial stage of real health care reform.
Like the Good Samaritan, if more is needed, we will be able to spend it.
We are going to get health care reform done. And pay for it. Yes, we can.
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