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TOPIC: Clinton Stresses Mission’s Importance to Troops in Afghanistan (Global Security 11/20/09)

Jen the Michigander

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Date: Nov 20, 2009

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More about Hillary's visit to our troops in Afghanistan... http://www.globalsecurity.org/military/library/news/2009/11/mil-091120-afps01.htm The secretary emphasized to the troops the importance of their mission. “This is a mission that is important to the United States and to those who have joined us in it,” she said. “It is a mission that partners with the people and government of Afghanistan against a common enemy that poses a threat not only to people here but people back at home or wherever you come from. We have to do everything we can to create the capacity of the Afghan government and the Afghan people to protect themselves.” Clinton shared Karzai’s vision for his country as expressed in his inaugural address, and urged the troops to do their part to make that vision a reality. “To take the lead and take the fight the enemy is what he said he wanted to see happen,” she said, “and the only way that can happen is by the work that you do -- the training, mentoring and support that you give to your Afghan counterparts. We are going to be giving you the kind of encouragement that you need to be able to deliver the goal that President Karzai set for Afghanistan.” Air Force Lt. Col. Bob Dreyfus of Las Vegas said the secretary’s message came through loud and clear. “The most important part of her speech was explaining Afghanistan taking control of their government and moving forward,” he said. “The time frame that they set out, I thought, was very significant, beyond her recognition of our service. It was a brief and concise message, and I was very impressed.” Army Chief Warrant Officer 2 Lucia Munoz of Calexico, Calif., said Clinton’s visit brought comfort to servicemembers here that what they do on a daily basis is worthwhile. “It’s amazing to see her over here, so far away,” Monoz said. “They have not forgotten about us, and it is very important for me to know that they care that we are here.” __________________ Nobody puts THIS baby in the corner!

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God bless our troops, Hillary, Afghanistan and its people, and the minds of those who think terrorism is a way to live. Please heal their thinking! __________________ Barack/Barry: If you're NOT LEGIT, then you MUST QUIT!!

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