Robert Gates actually said...

Your point that the Guard and Reserve are manned by professionals is a very good one.

Gates acknowledges the professionalism of the Guard and Reserve forces.

01/26/2009

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we need to think in terms of a very long-term willingness to work with the Afghans.

Nobody wants it more than he does.

We're in this thing to win.

I've ordered a 45-day review with three areas of emphasis. First, to find possible gaps or deficiencies and Defense Department programs, pro...