Senator Barack Obama Receives Endorsement of Flag Officers from Army, Navy and Air Force

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Senator Barack Obama Receives Endorsement of Flag Officers from Army, Navy and Air Force

CHICAGO—Citing his judgment and ability to lead, admirals and generals from the United States Army, Navy and Air Force that together have served under the last nine Commanders-in-Chief today announced their endorsement of Senator Barack Obama for president.

In offering their endorsement, the generals and admirals recognized Obama’s judgment to oppose the war in Iraq before it began, his respect for the Constitution and rule of law, his leadership on behalf of America’s servicemen and women and his ability to conduct the diplomacy necessary to restore America’s standing in the world.

"Those of us who have served, worn the cloth of our nation, and gone into harm's way know that to be successful we must have the strongest sense of trust in our Commander in Chief. We must be confident that he or she has listened to the best possible advice, that he or she has garnered the best possible information from all possible sources, that he or she has analyzed and weighed all the possible consequences and outcomes, and that he or she has made the decision to exert military force as a last possible resort,” said Admiral (Ret.) Robert “William” Williamson (USN). “Of this I am certain: Senator Obama will do all of those things and much more to ensure the safety and f reedom of our citizens, our allies, and coalition partners. He has all the great qualities and attributes required to carry out the most difficult duties of the Presidency.

“I spent a career involved in coalition warfare, and I am keenly aware of the importance of working with allies,” said Brigadier General (Ret.) James Smith (USAF). “Senator Obama brings a powerful approach to dealing with national security challenges by truly leveraging multinational relationships. He brings a new face of America to the rest of the world."

“Senator Obama has a profound, even scholarly knowledge of our Constitution and he has the deepest respect for the rule of law. As a career naval officer, I trust his judgment, his temperament, and his ability to analyze complex international situations and relationships and to make military decisions that are in the best long term interests of the United States,” said Admiral (Ret.) Don Guter (USN). “It will take the powerful leadership of Senator Obama to forge the consensus we need to right our ship of state, restore our honorable place in the world, and secure the safety of our nation."

More here: http://my.barackobama.com/page/community/post/samgrahamfelsen/gGBTgn

[Growler]

1. Kick

[Faygo Kid]

2. Cool. I hope Admiral Fallon signs on.

I am worried sick about what the Fallon "resignation" means.

Guess I shouldn't worry, because it's obvious what it means. We attack Iran, and soon.

[SunsetDreams]

5. I hear you...

I'm worried about the me meaning of it too, it seems to me that he was forced out because his opinion disagreed with the CIC.

GW is so bullheaded.

[SunsetDreams]

3. Way to go Obama!

This is awesome!

[tabasco]

4. No shock Barack! No drama Obama!

Good news for Senator Obama.

[powergirl]

6. Yeah!!

didn't someone, a few days ago, suggest that Obama didn't have the support of a single general?????:wtf:


Yeah Obama!!

[HeraldSquare212]

7. None of whom owe any of their prior careers to him....

[Scurrilous]

8. K & R

:thumbsup:

[sueragingroz]

9. is it just me or is "judgement to lead" a lame slogan?

It just doesn't roll off the tongue..

Anyway - congrats on the endorsement and all of that.

[underpants]

10. Kick

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