Thank you for this piece. Since news broke of the events in Afghanistan, I had been overwhelmed by a sense of pessimism. This pessimism comes partly from sadness for those in Afghanistan who once believed in and supported American efforts. Part of the pessimism also comes from a deep sense of fear at the realization of the true lack of c…
Thank you for this piece. Since news broke of the events in Afghanistan, I had been overwhelmed by a sense of pessimism. This pessimism comes partly from sadness for those in Afghanistan who once believed in and supported American efforts. Part of the pessimism also comes from a deep sense of fear at the realization of the true lack of competency and foresight from the powers that be. My kids are the same age as Mr Savodnik’s. I want to remain hopeful, but I worry about their future.
Thank you for this piece. Since news broke of the events in Afghanistan, I had been overwhelmed by a sense of pessimism. This pessimism comes partly from sadness for those in Afghanistan who once believed in and supported American efforts. Part of the pessimism also comes from a deep sense of fear at the realization of the true lack of competency and foresight from the powers that be. My kids are the same age as Mr Savodnik’s. I want to remain hopeful, but I worry about their future.