Robert Gates actually said...

They need to know this is their fight and that they are going to have to assume responsibility for it.

Secretary Gates emphasizes the importance of Afghan forces taking responsibility for their own security.

03/24/2010

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The President and I need your help, as all of us together do what is best for America as a whole in making those decisions.