U.S. Military Personnel and Policies

U.S. Military Personnel and Policies

The latest "stop loss" order means thousands of troops who are heading out soon for Iraq or Afghanistan may see their tours of duty extended. A panel talks about this policy and other military matters, including training, supply...

The latest "stop loss" order means thousands of troops who are heading out soon for Iraq or Afghanistan may see their tours of duty extended. A panel talks about this policy and other military matters, including training, supply and maintenance of equipment and weapons, and much more.

Guests

James Fallows

national correspondent for the "Atlantic Monthly."

Dov Zakheim

former Undersecretary of Defense

Col. Douglas Macgregor

U.S. Army-Retired and author of "Warrior's Rage: The Great Tank Battle of 73 Easting" and "Transformation Under Fire"

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