GRITtv: Dec. 2, 2009

Barack Obama, in a dramatic speech last night, was arguing for escalation in Afghanistan. The real down payment on America's future, of course, would be investing in the health of its citizens. Joining us to discuss the health care bill are Maggie Mahar, John Nichols, Jonathan Cohn and Olga Pierce. Obama called the escalation an investment in America's future, but what about the Afghan people? Zoya, a member of the Foreign Affairs Committee of RAWA, joins us to talk about what would really be best for the women--and all the people--of Afghanistan, and Brave New Films brings us messages for Obama from many Afghan citizens who want a peaceful exit for US soldiers.