August 21, 2010 – Looks like our British allies have been afflicted by the same military procurement virus that has devastated the US military procurement system. Is there anyone we can fully trust?

August 21, 2010 – Significant upgrade in communications security for our troops.

August 21, 2010 – Enhanced Night Vision Goggle’s should aid troops.

August 21, 2010 – Plan B or changing policy to fit the circumstances? When people talk of “core US interests” I smell political expediency. With growing public disenchantment with the war in Afghanistan, Plan B is certainly a plausible scenario to declare “Mission Accomplished” in Afghanistan.

August 21, 2010 – While thrilled that troop exposure has been reduced in Iraq, it is no time to rejoice. As this Washington Post article points out, there are still a number of pitfalls as Iraq struggles to create a “safe” political environment.

August 21, 2010 – “Good enough” might be acceptable for elementary school, but it is not “good enough” for the frontline troops serving in harm’s way. Fuzzy goals cost lives.