It not just politics that the Obama Administration is playing when it comes to the lives of our troops in Afghanistan.  In a story out today, Commander-in-chief, “I need more time to review”, Obama has played more golf in nine months in office than President Bush did in nearly 3 years. In fact, Obama has played more golf in 9 m0nths in office than Bush did in 8 years.  The former President declared that as long as he was commander-in-chief and had troops fighting overseas he would forgo golf.

Casualties continue to mount in Afghanistan as Obama delays any decision on his General’s recommendation for more troops. So far a total of 40 Americans have lost their lives this month alone.  One of the deadliest on record.

Troop morale has plummeted with many asking if the sacrifice is worth it.  It is sad how this President plays politics with the lives of our brave men and women and with the national security of this country.  It is sad that this President refuses to accept the recommendation of his own General and would rather attempt to placate his liberal base.  It’s sad that this President refuses to stand on principal and show leadership.  It’s sad that this President sends more time trying to convince everyone that nationalized health-care is crucial, but can’t spend 10 minutes explaining to his liberal base why winning in Afghanistan is so important.  It’s really sad that this President has spent more time on the back nine than supporting the troops on the front line.

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