12-14-2008, 05:37 AM
I'm not going to dispute that they made those statements, but I'm going to explain one of them and then politely ask that you ascend back to reality. The fact of the matter when it comes to Tommy Frank's comments is that the military men on the ground in combat zones aren't really on the same wavelength as the policy wonks in Washington. It would be no surprise if they were to disagree on a lot of things.
As for the other comments, Mr. Feith has accumulated a few political enemies. If we were to judge everyone by what negative commentators say about them, then it would be accepted belief that Obama was a closet Muslim from Kenya. But he isn't, and we don't.
"Doug Feith is a patriot. I have watched this man for four years. He cares only about what is best for the United States."
General Peter Pace
Chairman
Joint Chiefs of Staff
"Doug Feith, of course, is without question, one of the most brilliant individuals in government. He is – he's just a rare talent. And from my standpoint, working with him is always interesting. He's been one of the really the intellectual leaders in the administration in defense policy aspects of our work here."
Former Secretary of Defense, Donald Rumsfeld (didn't you mention him?)
"Doug is very bright and brings a very good strategic view to the table. He has solved some real problems."
Chairman of Joint Chiefs Richard Myers
"Your efforts in developing the war on terrorism strategy, the global defense posture, the President's June 24, 2002, Middle East speech, and moving forward the president's agenda on advancing freedom and democracy are among your many significant accomplishments.
For the last four years, you and your fine staff have provided outstanding support to Secretary Rumsfeld and the President.
Your intellectual leadership within the interagency has helped us meet the challenges that face our nation at this critical time. But equally important, you have provided an example of honesty, decency, and integrity that have made you a valued colleague and friend to us all."
Letter to Mr. Feith from NSA Advisor Steven Hadley
As for the other comments, Mr. Feith has accumulated a few political enemies. If we were to judge everyone by what negative commentators say about them, then it would be accepted belief that Obama was a closet Muslim from Kenya. But he isn't, and we don't.
"Doug Feith is a patriot. I have watched this man for four years. He cares only about what is best for the United States."
General Peter Pace
Chairman
Joint Chiefs of Staff
"Doug Feith, of course, is without question, one of the most brilliant individuals in government. He is – he's just a rare talent. And from my standpoint, working with him is always interesting. He's been one of the really the intellectual leaders in the administration in defense policy aspects of our work here."
Former Secretary of Defense, Donald Rumsfeld (didn't you mention him?)
"Doug is very bright and brings a very good strategic view to the table. He has solved some real problems."
Chairman of Joint Chiefs Richard Myers
"Your efforts in developing the war on terrorism strategy, the global defense posture, the President's June 24, 2002, Middle East speech, and moving forward the president's agenda on advancing freedom and democracy are among your many significant accomplishments.
For the last four years, you and your fine staff have provided outstanding support to Secretary Rumsfeld and the President.
Your intellectual leadership within the interagency has helped us meet the challenges that face our nation at this critical time. But equally important, you have provided an example of honesty, decency, and integrity that have made you a valued colleague and friend to us all."
Letter to Mr. Feith from NSA Advisor Steven Hadley