Former Nebraska Senator and decorated Viet Nam veteran Chuck Hagel looks to be President Obama's nominee for the Secretary Of Defense. Opposition to his nomination preceded his nomination. Let's see who is in a dither about his nomination.
First there is the military-industrial lobby. That groups views are ably expressed by Senator Lindsay Graham of North Carolina. They and Graham resent Hagel's turn around on the support of the Iraqi War. That was followed up by Hagel's reluctance to invade Iran and topped off by Hagel's advice to have a less muscular foreign policy. And get out of Afghanistan ASAP.
Second in the "no" group are the Gay, Lesbians, Bisexual, Transgender and at least two new deviant species that have yet to be identified or understood. They say that Chuck doesn't make the LGBT + 2 feel wanted in the foxholes. Maybe Chuck is thinking of his experience in Viet Nam and how his backside will be covered and made safe? Maybe LGBT+2 groupies would have other ideas?
Third is the Israel Lobby. The Zionists say that Senator Hagel didn't like their influence in U.S. government and foreign affairs. They think Israel comes first. Chuck said, " I'm an American senator from Nebraska. I don't represent Israel." Hitler had a point about Zionists. We should get on the right side of history also. Zionists don't belong in Washington.
Considering the opposition and their complaints, I'm immediately drawn To Senator Hagel. I support his nomination. I hope he is followed by other like-minded candidates . He's a breath of fresh air.
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