President Bush visited the newly free nation of Afghanistan to reaffirm America's friendship.

President Bush, on an unannounced visit to Afghanistan, vowed Wednesday to stand by this emerging democracy despite a resurgence of violence, saying "the United States is not cut and run."...

"It's a thrill to come to a country which is dedicating itself to the dignity of every person who lives here," said Bush. It was his first visit.

For his part, Karzai greeted Bush as "our great friend, our great supporter, a man who helped us liberate."

Unfortunately, due to grinding political opportunism at home, the President had to do something no President should have to do: affirm for the troops that the nation is behind them.

Before leaving Afghanistan, Bush gave a pep talk to U.S. troops at the air base where he landed and departed.

Speaking to about 500 soldiers in a huge recreational tent, Bush expressed resolve at the U.S. mission here.

"I assure you this government of yours will not blink, we will not yield. ...The United States is not cut and run," Bush said to enthusiastic cheers and applause.

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