I've met more than a few latin american military officers, including some who have been to the school of the americas. My opinion, based on personal anecdotes, is that those who went to the school are better off than those who didn't - they spent their time there learning American values, officership, integrity, and a sense of professionalism - all things militaries down in latin america could use more of. Did some officers go there with false intentions? Sure - but by and large the school is a force for good.
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"In Iraq, no doubt about it, it's tough. It's hard work. It's incredibly hard. It's - and it's hard work. I understand how hard it is. I get the casualty reports every day. I see on the TV screens how hard it is. But it's necessary work. We're making progress. It is hard work."
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