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To: bentway who wrote (344801)	8/2/2017 5:59:15 PM
From: koan	Respond to of 544239

Great observation. << >>... or maybe he was just talked into it by "the generals"<< I imagine every president has to face 'the generals', who's only tool is their particular hammer and every problem is just another nail to drive. I can't really imagine the fear mongering president's must face, knowing that American's ( and foreign allies ) safety depend on the decisions they HAVE to make. It's really curious that now we're depending on 'the generals' to keep Trump in check.

To: bentway who wrote (344801)	8/2/2017 10:34:30 PM
From: Cautious_Optimist	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 544239

Regarding the "Generals" just ask yourself why we "wisely" have civilian control of the military. All Generals do not always want war -- they influence, but ultimately serve to implement the President's strategies. Trump ultimately controls Mattis, we're in a one-off for the ages we'd probably rather have Mattis control Trump, and we could end up there if things really go to hell. I for one would not be surprised if Trump has already decided on at least one military strike, and wants to make it a shock-and-awe Hollywood style surprise, complete with "critical press" censorship. It fits with his promises. The worst case is the global dominoes fall against the USA; and the US becomes an island surrounded by a wall, while nationalist Trump wears the flag and the economy fails. I feel if the investigation shows collusion that effectively spread lies about Clinton that were targeted at key electoral states, there is a reasonable case for a special Presidential election before 2020. I am not giving up-- I am in the .00001% here.