Canadians need to be convinced by rational argument about remaining in Afghanistan, not buffaloed with silly jingoism

The problem is more deeply rooted and Harper is wise to be worried. Beneath the simplistic rhetoric are complex questions about public understanding of this country's changing international role.

Wow, what a time this is for jingoism. Stephen Harper says casualties won't make Canadians "cut and run" from Afghanistan and his foreign minister warns that full and frank debate about the mission could jeopardize morale.

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