Me too. As someone who served in Vietnam, I don't want to see us snatch defeat from the jaws of victory once again. I am hearing and seeing the same unsettling signs again of politicians taking the most expedient way out. Declare victory and leave, nevermind the consequences for those left behind. Only this time, the stakes are far higher for us. It will not only have consequences for the Middle East, but for Taiwan and Latin America. Paraphrasing Joe Louis, "We can run, but we can't hide."
I agree with your post kabar.