06/10/2008
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"The United States will commit an additional 30,000 troops to Afghanistan for an extended surge of 18 to 24 months."
"We will not repeat the mistakes of 1989, when we abandoned the country only to see it descend into civil war."
"We are looking to NATO and our other partners to send a parallel international message of strong resolve."
"I am honored that these talented individuals have decided to join my administration and serve our country, and I look forward to working with them in the months and years ahead."