there are spending issues, especially in the outyears, but there is also a revenue issue.
we are all entitled to our own opinions, but not to our own facts.
Many analysts think that the country should spend more in the area of infrastructure.
It's a real challenge if you don't have land reform, it's a real challenge if they don't change their whole attitude tow...
most United States aid to Afghanistan is off budget, meaning it doesn't go through the Afghan Government.
I can tell you, if this was a business venture and if you don't have a good plan partners walk away.
I think you've raised a very valid point about sustainability of the Afghan economy and sustainability of our projects.
I want to get to accountability for one moment.
there are certain standards that we cannot deviate from, including corruption, the empowerment of women, equality issues...
Well, if you would give us the length of time that the staff is there, that would be helpful for us to analyze, because ...
What's the timeframe for this?
Let me start by expressing my appreciation, and I think the appreciation of all the Members of the Senate, for the dedic...
Will you have by the end of the year a game plan as to what type of industries within Afghanistan will meet those revenu...
They have to have a game plan that can replace an economy so that there's stability in their country, frankly.
I couldn't agree with you more, 1 year is hardly enough to be able to understand the local community as it relates to ov...
The United States must also insist on accountability for this assistance, accountability for the money spent, and accoun...
therefore you need to have the confidence that the funds moving on budget in fact will be used for its intended purpose ...
I think we've helped create a major, major problem in the country.
