Quote Originally Posted by DavidvsTheWorld View Post
Mr. White - I apologize if it appeared as if I were nit picking. In fact, the point I was attempting to make in stating much of DSS is foreign service is that it would possibly be even more difficult to downsize than if they were civil service. I imagine eliminating foreign service positions (FSOs or not) is about as attractive and easy for State as it is for the AF to cut pilot slots.
True dat. Only prob with FSOs is getting 'em to go where needed instead of where they want to go...

Tongue in cheek that. While it does apply to a few, the majority are good hard working folks who DO go where they're needed and put up with a lot in the process. I've worked with a bunch, here and there. As is true in any endeavor, about 10% are worthless prima donnas, the good 20% do 80% of the work and most of 'em are good people.