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“Gary Berntsen, head of the CIA in Afghanistan there, he was a field commander. And he has a book out called "Jawbreaker." And he says we missed an opportunity at Tora Bora to get him. We put resources elsewhere. That's been a critique of the administration. Did we miss opportunities?”

Quote by Alan Colmes

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Alan Colmes was an American radio host known for his work on the talk radio circuit. He hosted a number of shows throughout his career, including 'The Alan Colmes Show' on SiriusXM. Colmes was a prominent figure in the media, often discussing politics and social issues. He passed away on February 23, 2017. more

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