Peter Bergen, Assessing The Threat in Afghanistan

Peter Bergen appeared on NPR's Fresh Air to talk about President Obama's decision to send more troops, the Taliban and its connection to al-Qaida, and the state of security now. You can listen to the audio and read a synopsis here.

Two Arguments for What to Do in Afghanistan

In a recent article for Time.com, Peter Bergen and Leslie Gelb agrue two different options for Afghanistan: "Give it Time" and "Turn it Over." You can read both of their arguments here.

Afghanistan: Ware, Bergen, Stewart

Anderson Cooper hosted a panel discussion about Afghanistan on AC360 last night with guests Michael Ware, Peter Bergen, and Rory Stewart. If you're looking for a clue as to what the US should do now... these guys know the score:

CNN's Cooper, Gupta, Bergen and Ware Headed To Afghanistan

Starting next week for the anniversary of September 11th, CNN's Anderson Cooper will anchor "AC360" from Afghanistan. Dr. Sanjay Gupta will be embedded to deliver reports on field trauma surgery, while Peter Bergen and Michael Ware will provide analysis and field reports.

Looking forward to the reports and coverage. Stay safe all!

Cheney's Jihad

Peter Bergen has a great piece in Foreign Policy about why enhanced interrogation techniques don't enhance U.S. interests. You can read the full article here.

Hardly Winning

Short article in Foreign Policy by Peter Bergen.

More troops needed for Afghan war

Peter Bergen and Katherine Tiedemann comment on the need for more troops in Afghanistan.

Safe at Home

CNN National Security Analyst, Peter Bergen, wrote an Op-Ed for the New York Times last week, reassuring readers that the US is indeed protected against Al Qaeda driven terrorist attacks within our borders. (Outside of our borders is another story.) It's a prime example of reasoned, measured and logical thought processes. Which, let's be honest, can be somewhat lacking in "The Media".
You can read it here.

So, if you've been worried about a major attack with in the US during the Obama administration's transition; if Peter is correct, consider this article a reassuring pat on the back. Thanks, Peter. Would you like a Christmas cookie? (No snark, I've got cookies everywhere.)