Drone Strikes on the Decline

The political discourse in the U.S. that questions the effectiveness, secrecy, and ethics of the drone program appears to be taking its toll. Obama will soon be making an "ambitious" address in which he is expected to discuss the justification of the drone program and the future plans for the war on terror. In the meantime, though, the number of reported drone strikes is decreasing. Perhaps the threats aren't as serious, perhaps the costs are too great (not so much economical), or perhaps diplomacy is becoming the preferred solution. At any rate, the drone program has fueled Al Qaeda's campaign, hatred of the U.S., and created serious controversy in our nation.

http://www.nytimes.com/2013/05/22/us/debate-aside-drone-strikes-drop-sharply.html?hp&_r=0