Obama cites higher hope for Afghanistan democracy

WASHINGTON -- Obama said the breakthrough offers new hope that a credible Kabul government will emerge to partner with the U.S. and NATO in battling a resurgent Taliban insurgency and blocking al-Qaida's return. - Obama cites higher hope for Afghanistan democracy U.S. split on increase of troops for Afghan war
Results: Washington Post-ABC Poll

Karzai had doubts about runoff
Karzai needed convincing twice on new election‎ - AP

Remembering Afghanistan's Golden Age - nytimes