Lunchtime Links

Pundits react to Obama’s escalation: it’s the right move; it’s the wrong move; it’s confusing.

Democratic lawmakers have similarly mixed reactions.

Obama’s speech had echoes of his March 27 speech — and echoes of Vietnam.

But it contained no references to Afghan women and girls.

Thirty thousand was Gates’ recommendation.

Colbert: Who the hell does this president think he is?

Lou Dobbs: “Who the hell does this president think he is?”

Palin will be the keynote speaker at next summer’s international bowling expo.