Archive: April 6, 2008 - April 12, 2008
The Military Commands Bush
The decision to reduce the length of Army combat tours in Iraq is an internal matter of policy for the Pentagon. It doesn't require presidential approval. So why does the administration make such a show of President Bush announcing it?...
By William M. Arkin | April 10, 2008; 11:15 AM ET | Comments (93)
The Winner? Petraeus and the American Military
What can you say about a military commander who says that the surge has been successful and that Iraq is no longer on the brink of civil war, while also saying that the situation is "fragile and reversible"? You can...
By William M. Arkin | April 9, 2008; 8:00 AM ET | Comments (37)
Questions for Gen. Petraeus and the U.S. Military
Trying to get some clarity on a complicated situation.
By William M. Arkin | April 7, 2008; 8:30 AM ET | Comments (28)
