Military Chief Suggests Need to Enlarge U.S. Afghan Force

WASHINGTON — The nation’s top military officer pushed back Tuesday against Democrats who oppose sending additional combat troops to Afghanistan, telling Congress that success would probably require more fighting forces, and certainly much more time. - Military Chief Suggests Need to Enlarge U.S. Afghan Force - nytimes
Afghan Recount Presents Huge Task

Obama Rejects Afghanistan-Vietnam Comparison - NYTimes.com