Strange Choice for War Czar

At least, it seems that way to me.  Why pick a General who’s been outspoke against the Bush Administration policies in Iraq to be War Czar?  I think Carpetbagger has figured it out.

Meet our new ‘war czar’

About five weeks ago, the Washington Post had a fascinating scoop: the White House was looking (unsuccessfully) for a “high-powered czar to oversee the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.” The person would apparently be the new Commander in Chief — coordinating military policy and having the power to issue directions to the Pentagon, the State [...]

"War Czar" Hates the Surge? (Updated)

So the White House has finally found its war czar — someone to coordinate efforts in Afghanistan and Iraq — after three generals turned down the job. But here’s the funny thing about the czar, Lt. Gen. Douglas Lute: Early [...]

Tags: War Czar, Iraq, Afghanistan, Lute

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