The 'Warrior Monk': New CENTCOM Head Is Our Finest Marine -- Ralph Peters, New York Post
Nominated last week to replace Gen. David Petraeus as the head of the US Central Command, the Marine Corps' Gen. Jim Mattis may be the finest four-star on duty in any service today.
He's certainly the humblest. And maybe the smartest -- but he'll let you figure that out for yourself.
If confirmed, Mattis will team with Petraeus on AfPak, but he'll also be responsible for the vast surrounding region. He won't micromanage Petraeus. Instead, he'll support his nominal subordinate every way he can. He'll build the frame, letting Petraeus paint the Afghan canvas.
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Update: What we can expect from James Mattis -- Foreign Policy
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My Comment: The appointment of General Mattis has been received positively by most members in the media, the military establishment, and in government.
Let us hope that he and General Petraeus can deliver.
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