Analysis: Petraeus media blitz seeks to calm fears

KABUL, Afghanistan — A weekend media blitz by the Army's public relations master sent a clear message: It's not time to hit the panic button in Afghanistan, but success in the nearly 9-year war won't come quickly. -- Analysis: Petraeus media blitz seeks to calm fears

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