To the Editor:
I am of two minds about President Obama’s proposed return of our troops in Afghanistan. Naturally, I am overjoyed and relieved that at least one-third of our brave young combatants will no longer be in harm’s way, but what are they coming back to?
No jobs. No housing. No reliable savings or investment institutions. No social services, particularly in the area of mental health, when so many will need counseling. “Support Our Troops” decals on our cars are not going to be enough in the way of support once they are home.
Add to that, a divisive political faction, which at times resembles the Taliban more than Americans. Is this really how we want to welcome them home?
Joanna Cameron, Edgecomb
