As I watched CNN earlier this afternoon, the broadcaster reported that this July had been the deadliest month for our troops in Afghanistan since we started the war. It makes me wonder-haven’t we done enough and finished the job we set out to do?
When we first entered the war in October 2001, the U.S had three primary goals: to strengthen the local and national government, improve education and improve the status of women. I feel that we have accomplished all of the goals better than anyone expected. Since our American soldiers have been there, the people of Afghanistan have participated in a democratic election. They have witnessed what democracy is and how it is supposed to operate. After the democratic republic was established, reform on the educational system began and more than 4 million boys and girls are currently enrolled in school. Progression in the treatment of women has improved significantly. The Afghan government has removed discriminatory laws against women and has redrafted the constitution to include non-discrimination. Women are even taking a role in government, with two serving as ambassadors.
Afghanistan has come a long way in the in the 9 years since the war has started. Yes, there will always to more to improve on and do but America has done substantial amount of work to improve the lives of Afghan citizens and protect American citizens on the home front.
President Obama has stated that he plans on withdrawing troops July 2011. For the thousands of soldiers who risk their lives everyday and are separated from their families, this day could not come sooner.
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