As I recall, George, you said the commanders in the field would get anything for which they asked. That your wars were driven by they commanders and the situation, not politics. Politicians and bureaucrats did not determine troop levels, local commanders did. George, they've been hollaring for more troops in Afghanistan for over a year. What's your excuse, or were you just kinda kidding?

"Troops needed 'as quickly as possible,' top commander in Afghanistan says."

WASHINGTON - "The top American military commander in Afghanistan said Wednesday that he needs more troops and other aid "as quickly as possible" in a counterinsurgency battle that could get worse before it gets better.

"Gen. David McKiernan said it's not just a question of troops — but more economic aid and more political aid as well."