Today this picture caught my eye. There is just something about seeing this Afghan with his beard, pseudo-military outfit, and weapon of choice next to a clean and surprisingly refreshing looking glass of Gin. I doubt the American military is utilizing what I have named the ‘drink-and-be-merry’ plan, but this picture reminds me of its potential. Instead of shooting at each other and engaging in military battles, the US Forces and the Taliban should simply enjoy a few drinks together. Maybe not Gin, but perhaps some coke and whiskey, something tells me the Taliban would really enjoy some Makers Mark. Then instead of our taxes funding this military campaign we could have lotteries in Afghanistan where the winners are sent to a resort in the Middle East for a weekend of ‘relaxation, spas, and golf.’ The only way you could get a raffle ticket is if you put down your arms and worked in the economy. Then perhaps instead of our taxes being used to invade and occupy Iraq we could just spend a 2-3 billion building a resort in Iraq for those who win the Afghanistan’s ‘Worker’s Lottery’. That would be the same cost as occupying both countries for 2-3 weeks. A win-win situation.

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