Why the Dems Oppose the Surge

Because they are venal liars who can't be trusted with responsibility.

When Bush was holding troop levels flat, they complained that too few troops were in place (other than those who more honestly, but less responsibly just advocated cut and run). Now that they get the additional troops they claimed were needed, they oppose the move. Objecting to any move Bush makes is not a policy, its a playground tactic. Apparently this is what Pelosi means when she talks of government for the children.