https://pjmedia.com/richardfernandez/2009/10/07/the-mcchrystal-letter/feed/PJ Media is a leading news site covering culture, politics, faith, homeland security, and more. Our reporters and columnists provide original, in-depth analysis from a variety of perspectives.en-usWed, 10 Jun 2026 06:04:40 -0400<![CDATA[The Wall Street Journal says Secretary Gates has passed on a request for more men for the Afghan campaign from General McChrystal.  Gates had attempted to delay the formal transmission, but mounting public interest in the issue made it pointless to hold it back.]]>Wed, 07 Oct 2009 23:27:14 -0400<![CDATA[Richard Fernandez]]>https://pjmedia.com/richard-fernandez/2009/10/07/the-mcchrystal-letter-n189266