Gates: Afghanistan War Advice Should Be Private - washingtonpost

Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates said Monday it is "imperative" that the advice U.S. military and civilian leaders provide to President Obama as he contemplates strategy in Afghanistan remain private. - Gates: Afghanistan War Advice Should Be Private

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