Elections are one way we hold presidents accountable. Presumably the American people would like to see Bin Laden captured. If the election in November provides GWB with a self-interested motive for capturing him, as if capturing him at any time wouldn't be in GWB's self-interest, then so be it. To me that's further evidence that much of Mr. Madison's efforts way back when were not in vain.
"Elections are one way we hold presidents accountable. Presumably the American people would like to see Bin Laden captured. If the election in November provides GWB with a self-interested motive for capturing him, as if capturing him at any time wouldn't be in GWB's self-interest, then so be it. To me that's further evidence that much of Mr. Madison's efforts way back when were not in vain."
That bears repeating - that's how this Republic works.
Up the reward money - put more pressure on Pakistan - get more troops in the field. And emphasize that even with 80% (or whatever) of the al Queada leadership dead or captured - "we will not rest until this threat of worldwide terrorism is gone".