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DeM Banter: We have talked about tough choices here at the m100Group... and this was a choice that was made. The decision CLEARLY limited the US's response options...and the decision was made despite the strategic warnings clamoring across the globe. The lack of training time significantly increases the risk of any involvement of US Air …
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DeM Banter: rough situation...options limited...lines drawn...tired military....limited funds...now what? National Journal May 4, 2013 Syria is testing the idea that nations can't cross the United States. What happens if other countries copy it? The United States can’t bluff. That is the consensus inside the White House on the issuing of “red lines,” including President Obama’s …
DeM Banter: This is the VERY abbreviated version of the article... but I think just looking at the statements helps a great deal...seems we all hear this a lot as of late...probably at work, but if not there... just watch the news. View Original 1: "Don't take this wrong but ..." 2: "I had strong …
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DeM Banter: Posted an article a few days ago by Dr Haass on the future of the US and policy...my thoughts... the trend lines are all in the wrong direction... this is trend line in the wrong direction... AirForceTimes.com May 1, 2013 The Air Force has canceled its premier nuclear security exercise. The Global Strike …
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DeM Banter: Perhaps another measure of leadership issues...dare I say toxic leadership? I have not been around many SESs for several years now...can't say I have any recent first hand knowledge. Thoughts? View Original / Government Executive The growing disconnect between the SES and the rest is real—and growing. The Partnership for Public Service released …
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DeM Banter: Not sure I disagree...but I have to say... I have a really bad feeling about this. Christian Science Monitor (csmonitor.com) April 30, 2013 The Pentagon has not had to do any serious belt-tightening for years, and Gen. Martin Dempsey, the nation's top military officer, says some budget disciple could be beneficial. Gen. Martin …
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DeM Banter: WARNING: CULTURE CHANGER...Always tough for the military to face a culture change, but this is huge! Many more benefits than drawbacks... so now let's sit back and observe who fights it, where, when, and why...Wonder if it will work? Note which service is the most resistant? Why do you think that is? Army …
DeM Banter: as mentioned in Wondering Where the Lions Are and Quantum Look...energy independence is huge! Granted...there are issues to face...but are they worthy of not pursuing it? China will need energy for a long time to come....what do you think? Stay dependent on the mid-east? New York Times April 28, 2013 Pg. SR5 JUST …
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DeM Banter: Haass is the uber guru on policy, but I am left looking for the "edge" here. I honestly try to optimistic but all the pluses Dr Haass mentions below have trend lines headed south not north and we have heard this boilerplate data for years...we need to reverse the trend... Haass notes: "A …
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DeM Banter: there are no good options when it comes to Syria...but if anyone can think of any...I'm sure the White House is interested. ForeignPolicy.com April 26, 2013 Damned if he does; damned if he doesn't. Barack Obama has a real problem. It's self-inflicted, really -- and it's a cautionary tale against articulating public positions …
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