What more could we expect from Petraeus?
The propaganda and spin surrounding General Petraeus’ assessment of the war in Iraq and the efficacy of President Bush “surge” has begun. Today (9/7/7) The New York Times reported that Petraeus may suggest sending home five thousand soldiers, essentially a brigade, “in part to assuage critics in Congress”.
This is nothing but cynical tokenism at a time when a sincere reassessment of Iraq policy is demanded. Bandaid approaches are disingenuous and cynical.