It Was Only a Matter of Time

Nancy Pelosi's opposition to sending additional troops to Afghanistan means she opposes the "war of necessity" that Barack Obama has said is so important to American security.

It was alleged by many Democrats in the past few years of the Bush administration that they believed fighting in Iraq detracted America from its efforts in Afghanistan - implicitly or explicitly saying that Afghanistan was important to our security.

In reality, it was a convenient way for Democrats to look tough on national security by supporting more troops for Afghanistan while opposing the war in Iraq. Now that our military efforts are being scaled back in Iraq and increasing in Afghanistan, some Democrats are now voicing concern over our efforts in Afghanistan.

The one constancy by the left is an opposition to America protecting its interests and asserting its values around the world.