Concerning this article, I have a question. Maybe this is directed more toward QP's, and maybe those who have good knowledge and understanding. OK, so SF men are quite valuble-almost invaluble. The thinking required and the ability to do more than kick in doors is something that really does seperate SF from other outifts, such as SEALs and PJ's ect. Working with host nations/governments, FID missions; these are abilities and opportunites that put the ODA so closely with foreign goverments. How do you guys (SF) not only do your job -and damn well might I add- when our government and its...ehh umm "leadership" wants nothing to do with what needs to happen? It seems as if our President and others are looking to just pull out of Afghanistan and leave it as it is.
How do you deploy, and do whatever it is you were sent to do, and really accomplish the good that needs to happen for these people? It seems as if you guys are stuck in the middle of a really bad spot. In other words, forget the CIA and whoever else is involved, SF has the training, the resources, the talents to honestly make a difference. And I'm not being cheesy here. It is very frustrating and disheartening to see such an amazing people (SF) work and triain so hard but at times they are sent writing a paper for school and its always good to seek opinions and advice form people who know more and have better ideas. Please feel free to PM if you wouild like. Great article though
