Without breaching the subject of politics, our armed forces have done amazing things for this country. Even though I may have felt differently before coming, they indeed do need to stay the course in order to see this country's progress be sustained.
It has been somewhat of a paradigm shift for me to sit and talk with the so called "ordinary people" of Afghanistan. It cannot be said enough, they simply desire the same basic principals of life that Americans seek. Yet, after decades of oppression, many have given up hope entirely.
US forces bring stability yes, but along side that stability they bring hope. Their presence has created the opportunity for girls to attend school, women to uncover and take on identity, and economic growth to launch. If we leave too early Afghanistan will fall back into a state of constant terrorism and subject to the Talliban yet again. Pray for their freedom, and an environment that will allow choice to exist.
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