"The 'futility of war' is an exhilarating set of sounds rather than a serious statement to be tested seriously against facts.  Some wars are indeed futile. Some are not." -Sowell

The Taliban, whom we have fought for 20 years until two weeks ago, are now being relied on for American safety. Spot the problem? 

"The bombers appear to have somehow gotten past Taliban checkpoints on the outer perimeter of the airfield, McKenzie said, acknowledging there was 'a failure somewhere.'"  -The New York Post

"If I were a father and had a daughter who was seduced, I should not despair over her; I would hope for her salvation. But if I had a son who became a journalist, and continued to be one for five years, I would give him up." -Kierkegaard