Vitter Comments on President’s Afghanistan Speech I just hope the president is listening to our military leaders so we don't lose the real gains we've fought so hard for. And I hope he avoids pre-announced, rigid timelines that just aid and embolden
PoliticalNews.me - Jun 23,2011 - Vitter Comments on President’s Afghanistan Speech
(Washington, D.C.) – U.S. Sen. David Vitter today made the following statement after President Obama’s address on the future of U.S. troop levels in Afghanistan:
“I'm looking at the details of this plan carefully,” said Vitter. “Of course we all want all of our troops home as soon as possible. I just hope the president is listening to our military leaders so we don't lose the real gains we've fought so hard for. And I hope he avoids pre-announced, rigid timelines that just aid and embolden the enemy.”
Vitter is a member of the U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee.
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David Vitter is focused on putting Louisiana first as an independent and outspoken reformer, and on advancing mainstream conservative principles.
In the Senate, David serves on the Committees on Armed Services; Banking, Housing and Urban Development; Commerce, Science and Transportation; Environment and Public Works; and Small Business and Entrepreneurship. Working on these committees allows David to focus on jobs, infrastructure, and economic development for every region of the state. He’s been particularly focused on lowering prescription drug prices, saving our coast, and preserving and improving Social Security for future generations.
