Quote Originally Posted by Rob Thornton View Post
John raises an important issue in #3 - that political leadership and military leaders may have different understandings about strategy and about each others role in it, and that those different understandings may lead to some difference in expectations.

I think there are also some cultural differences between military professionals and politicians. That is not a swipe at politicians (or military folks), its just the way their experiences shape them - however it may contribute to misunderstandings.

Best, Rob
Rob, anyone,
I just saw a short clip from a weekend tv show with the President. After being asked a question he expressed some concern about how A'stan links to leading to the real enemy AQ, as in if we are successful in A'stan we will still have to deal with AQ. I think that is valid concern because AQ is a parasite they can still go anywhere they could infiltrate including the US regardless of how A'stan turns out. Maybe the General Krulak plan has merit?