David Frum

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David Frum @davidfrum

I've been working my way through former SecDef Mark Esper's memoirs, "A Sacred Oath." You've probably heard about its one or two re-reveals of previously reported information. But the real interest of the book arises from a metaphor Esper uses a couple of times ... 1/x — PolitiTweet.org

Posted May 22, 2022

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"Here at US Strategic Air Command, we see our mission as helping our people live up to their fullest potential." — PolitiTweet.org

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Esper compares the Pentagon to a soccer ball. There are rules about how it is to be handled. Break the rules - grip the ball with the fingers - and the ball will be briefly indented. But the rule-breaker cannot grip forever. Once released, the ball rapidly recovers its shape. 2/x — PolitiTweet.org

Posted May 22, 2022