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Thoughts on the (likely) new Secretary of Defense?
http://www.weeklystandard.com/blogs/obama-picks-ashton-carter-be-next-defense-secretary_820513.html
http://www.weeklystandard.com/blogs/obama-picks-ashton-carter-be-next-defense-secretary_820513.html
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Posted 10 y ago
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I am going to be honest and say that I am concerned about this selection.
First, it seemed as though many solid candidates withdrew their names from consideration. Given, I am only catching things in bits and pieces, but I think I have read that 2 or 3 individuals formally withdrew themselves. If this inaccurate, than I apologize for my misinformation. If it is true, then I am concerned about what the future may hold. What did they know or where they just legitimately not up to the task at hand?
In regards to Mr. Carter, my major concern is that he lacks service. I see this as being a bit of a challenge to overcome despite his experience. I also read an analyst state that he had to be selected and confirmed before the new congress is sat. He was not specific on whether it would just be bipartisan politics that could block him or if there was some legitimate political line that may hold him up.
I am concerned, but I am hopeful. Maybe he will be the one that can genuinely help us work the budget and keep us off of the chopping block in the light of all the other government programs being funded that seem to be much more politically charged than institutionalized.
First, it seemed as though many solid candidates withdrew their names from consideration. Given, I am only catching things in bits and pieces, but I think I have read that 2 or 3 individuals formally withdrew themselves. If this inaccurate, than I apologize for my misinformation. If it is true, then I am concerned about what the future may hold. What did they know or where they just legitimately not up to the task at hand?
In regards to Mr. Carter, my major concern is that he lacks service. I see this as being a bit of a challenge to overcome despite his experience. I also read an analyst state that he had to be selected and confirmed before the new congress is sat. He was not specific on whether it would just be bipartisan politics that could block him or if there was some legitimate political line that may hold him up.
I am concerned, but I am hopeful. Maybe he will be the one that can genuinely help us work the budget and keep us off of the chopping block in the light of all the other government programs being funded that seem to be much more politically charged than institutionalized.
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LTC Jason Strickland
CPT (Join to see), agree with you and CPT Zachary Brooks about his lack of service. Seems that should be "screening criteria" for the SECDEF position.
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CPT Zachary Brooks
LTC Jason Strickland if not for the President (as some want) then at least the SECDEF.
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CPT Zachary Brooks, I agree whole heartedly with you about the budget. Not to point fingers or get into a political debate, it seems as though those big budget projects have more of a political connection that drives the business' health sometimes before ours. Given, I know that in our acquisition process for systems like this are years long and these budgets could have been started over a decade ago. I just have a feeling that there is more that could have been done, in general, within the federal government to keep our pay and benefits from being on the chopping block. We can take a couple of years without a reasonable raise, but if it stays consistently below the rate of inflation, we will start losing economic parody.
Personally, I find this is where, we as leaders, must get creative to ensure that the mission is met and our Soldiers are trained. We are not getting the support we need, but we can't fail. It's makes for some interesting ideas and sometimes it can breed innovation. Not defending the weak budget, I am just trying to find a silver lining.
Personally, I find this is where, we as leaders, must get creative to ensure that the mission is met and our Soldiers are trained. We are not getting the support we need, but we can't fail. It's makes for some interesting ideas and sometimes it can breed innovation. Not defending the weak budget, I am just trying to find a silver lining.
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CPT Zachary Brooks
CPT (Join to see) just had this come through my news feed today:
http://townhall.com/tipsheet/katiepavlich/2014/12/03/feckless-and-cowardly-republicans-join-democrats-in-cutting-military-benefits-n1926785
http://townhall.com/tipsheet/katiepavlich/2014/12/03/feckless-and-cowardly-republicans-join-democrats-in-cutting-military-benefits-n1926785
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Seems this choice is more of a "Well, darn it, somebody's got to sit in that chair" then a thoughtful, considered, educated, experienced choice.
I wish him well as I can find nothing in his background that speaks negativity.. as a candidate..
On the other hand, I can find only minimal information that points to him being an obvious and successful choice.
I wish him well as I can find nothing in his background that speaks negativity.. as a candidate..
On the other hand, I can find only minimal information that points to him being an obvious and successful choice.
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LTC Jason Strickland
SGM Erik Marquez, agreed. It appears that more candidates are running away from this opportunity than toward it...
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SGT Fred Tafflock
Obama is looking for a yes man. its sad to see what has happen to our military in past 10 years or more. just a view on my part
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I am not sure how I feel about this. Was he selected to be a "Yes Man" or does he have the chops to do this job right?
According to what I have seen on him, he has no service background either. Anyone know anything different?
I wish him the best of luck and hope he is up to the task however!
According to what I have seen on him, he has no service background either. Anyone know anything different?
I wish him the best of luck and hope he is up to the task however!
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