The US could probably 'finish' the war in another decade or two, if they maintained/ramped up the resources they're investing in the operation. The problem is US voters want positive results NOW, for a voter 4-5 years is a looong time, they're tired of the conflict (and hopefully pissed at the hundreds of billions that may end up completely wasted).
I think we'll be hearing a lot of withdrawal/stay the course dialogue over the next 6 months... should intensify especially as the Presidential election looms.
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