On the other side of the political spectrum, Jonathan Morganstein of the progressive Third Way research organization, also endorses the McChrystal assessment, and says the president should accept the general's recommendations.

VOA: standard.2009.09.22

Experts say people should attempt to accept or change stressful situations whenever possible.

VOA: special.2009.03.24

"Now he is just resting. We should just accept that and enjoy what he left for us to enjoy."

VOA: standard.2009.07.01