We're getting better in Iraq, says the Pentagon

The New York Times reported today that the October death toll for Americans in Iraq was 92, the fourth highest on record. Most deaths are roadside bombs these days, which the insurgents have become much more adroit at producing. That's true, say the military spokesmen, but don't worry. We're getting better at countering this threat.

Let's do a reality check. If we're getting better at this, why are we losing more soldiers. If we're being successful in disrupting the influx of foreign fighters, why are there just as many of them. If we've pacified Fallujah, why can't we enter the city except in armored vehicles? If we've broken the back of the insurgency, why are they still standing. If they are in their final throes, ...

This is starting to sound all too reminiscent of Viet Nam.