Issue Position: Afghanistan

Issue Position

After rightfully and successfully intervening in Afghanistan to remove the Taliban government and destroy al-Quaeda, our original goals have largely been achieved. The men and women who have served during the conflict have done a fantastic job and served honorably. They should be commended for their achievements.

Given this progress, it is the right time to initiate a sizeable and sustained reduction in forces. Afghanistan remains a priority for our national security as we transition from a counterinsurgency strategy to a counterterrorism strategy. Responsibility over local and regional conflicts should be transferred over to the Afghan government while we concentrate our efforts on ensuring Afghanistan does not again become a haven for terrorist organizations.

Updated July 21, 2011

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