Tag Archives: Afghanistan

Book Review: 88 Days to Kandahar, A CIA Diary

Posted on April 17, 2015 by tgilson

Full disclosure: I am recommending a book that a friend wrote. Robert Grenier, who spent over 30 years as a career C.I.A. officer, was the station chief in Islamabad, Pakistan, during 9/11. In that position, he helped plan the U.S. … Continue reading →

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Foreign Policy, Bowe Bergdahl, and the Taliban

Posted on June 8, 2014 by tgilson

Obviously the newest foreign policy issue is the trade of five Taliban terrorists for one American soldier, Bowe Bergdahl. There is no argument that the five are extremely dangerous and there is a very large chance that at least two … Continue reading →

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Inaugural Address fell short: President’s focus should be international

Posted on February 1, 2013 by tgilson

The one aspect of the Inauguration that is serious is the Inaugural Address.  I was disappointed in this one.  The President barely mentioned anything about what is America’s future role internationally or any of the issues facing us outside of … Continue reading →

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Is logic absent in Washington?

Posted on July 6, 2012 by tgilson

Some days there is so much material on the news that those of us who enjoy talking to the television are overwhelmed.  Today is one such day.  China, politics, the intelligence world, all are being commented upon.  In addition, there … Continue reading →

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