and as with all matters of foreign policy, this admin does it really badly. So we're doing 5 for 1 now? The going rate for 1 American soldier* is 5 of the baddest baddies in the AQ network?
Even better, Obama ignored the law requiring Congressional approval of all transfers from Gitmo, so he gets to take all the "credit" for this one.
Said Obama (seriously, he said it, so I have to assume he believes it): "While we are mindful of the challenges, it is our hope [the trade] could potentially open the door for broader discussions among Afghans about the future of their country by building confidence that it is possible for all sides to find common ground.” When asked for comment, President Carter remarked "JFC, what a rough ridin' pussy."
*who probably deserted, but seems like a lousy trade regardless.