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Updated: 8:13 PM Nov 16, 2009
Sen. McConnell's Advice to President Obama on the War in Afghanistan
With soldier training, deployment plans, and the constant threat of violence once they get there, the future of U.S. troop activity in Afghanistan remains an important issue.
Posted: 4:01 PM Nov 16, 2009 |
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President Barack Obama faces increased political pressure at home to make a decision regarding war strategy in the region.
Senator Mitch McConnell says it's important the President listens to his advisors stationed in Afghanistan now.
The senate minority leader says the president is facing some tough choices.
"We know that by staying on offense in the war on terror," said Senator McConnell, "we have largely protected America since 9/11. We know there are a lot of terrorists in Afghanistan and Pakistan. We know what happened when the Taliban was in charge of Afghanistan before. I think the President, as difficult as this decision is, needs to make it, needs to follow the advice of his generals."
Senator McConnell also said if Obama makes that decision, the President will have overwhelming support among Republican senators.
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