https://freerepublic.com/tag/morebabyjihadists/ en-us Fri, 26 Dec 2008 16:55:44 GMT Focus Forum 15 https://freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2154468/posts Operatives' bribes to warlords also include visas, tooth extractions, toys The Afghan chieftain looked older than his 60-odd years, and his bearded face bore the creases of a man burdened with duties as tribal patriarch and husband to four younger women. His visitor, a CIA officer, saw an opportunity, and reached into his bag for a small gift. Four blue pills. Viagra. "Take one of these. You'll love it," the officer said. Compliments of Uncle Sam. The enticement worked. The officer, who described the encounter, returned four days later to an enthusiastic reception. The grinning chief offered up a bonanza... The Washington Post https://freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2154468/posts#comment Fri, 26 Dec 2008 16:55:44 GMT