We can't have good policy, particularly in the field of foreign policy and military affairs, if people in your position aren't borderline obnoxious about making your views clear to our elected leaders.
Emphasizes the need for clear advice from experts to inform foreign policy.
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The pledge is simply this: that you remain independent and not be part of the Democrat or Republican system.
We’re trying to get a person who can be committed to — and totally committed to – being an independent with an independent voice.
My observation, and recommendation from observation, would be, John, trust me, set yourself free and become an independent.
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