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What to do in Afghanistan

Series: Lee H. Hamilton Commentaries
From: Woodrow Wilson Center
Length: 00:01:20

Drawing on his 34 years in office, Lee H. Hamilton offers a unique perspective on Congress, foreign affairs, and the legislative process. Read the full description.

Lhc_prx_pic_small A very public policy debate is raging in the White House, within the military, on op-ed pages, in magazines, and on television about U.S. policy in Afghanistan, says former Congressman Lee Hamilton. The priority should be defining our ultimate goals there, and how they fit with our objectives in South and Central Asia.

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A very public policy debate is raging in the White House, within the military, on op-ed pages, in magazines, and on television about U.S. policy in Afghanistan, says former Congressman Lee Hamilton. The priority should be defining our ultimate goals there, and how they fit with our objectives in South and Central Asia.