Stephenson’s army, September 5 and 6

September 5:

WSJ reports the growth of the counterterrorism indstrical complex since 9/11 attacks.

WaPo highlights Gen. McChrystal as an example of the riches after command.

A former diplomat says all NEOs are chaotic.

WSJ has its own Afghan withdrawal report, noting that civilians questioned the early closing of Bagram.

September 6:

– Max Hastings on lessons unlearned.

– On Lawfare, myths about NATO & Afghanistan.

-On FP, Korea was a worse forever war.

– NYT describes drone strike that killed several civilians.

– WaPo says Pakistan faces new challenges.

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