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Military Service and the Afghanistan Withdrawal
This chapter explores the implications of compulsory military service on patriotism and national identity, highlighting comparisons to Israel. It critically analyzes the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, discussing its disappointing outcomes and the flawed strategies that led to an ineffective conflict. The speakers emphasize the importance of understanding military service, supporting Afghan allies, and addressing humanitarian crises in the wake of the withdrawal.