Well, I too think it is very interesting, and, like many interesting things could be both good and bad.
I don't think anyone can argue that enabling Afghans to become less vulnerable to Taliban influence while in the process
killing less of them is a bad thing.
But at the same time, I completely understand the (possible) ethical dilemmas posed by you, rb, and MrTia in using the information to 'understand' the occupied and thereby, concievably, manipulating them in our own interests. That is scary to me.
And this for instance...
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Along with offering advice to commanders, she said, the five-member team creates a database of local leaders and tribes, as well as social problems, economic issues and political disputes.
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Maybe because I've been watching Costa-Gavras movies the last couple of weeks...it perks up my 'insidious American meddling' antennae.