On the recordJanuary 23, 2007
His departure had nothing to do with his performance or competence and everything to do with the politics of an unpopular war.
His departure had nothing to do with his performance or competence and everything to do with the politics of an unpopular war.
Thune comments on the political factors influencing General Pace's departure.
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