What a fascinating thread summarizing the arguments of @cblatts new book. So much looking forward to reading "Why we fight"
RT @cblatts: Why did America stay in Afghanistan 20 years? Everyone has their pet theory. But I study conflict for a living, and I was always puzzled
Here's how a Chicago gang leader changed the way I look at America's long war. And what he taught me about why we fight more generally.
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