[RobFromGa]

Porter is an untouchable asset. Damn clever. W never ceases to amaze.

I'm not sure I understand what you mean by this, could you explain please?

[smoothsailing]

To put my post in it's proper context, you should first read posts 3 through 6.

Perhaps I worded it poorly, but my point was the political skill displayed by the President in the timing of the announcement, the apparent choice of Hayden as a replacement, and the fact that Goss can remain a trusted advisor to the President, but without the scrutiny he would recieve as a public figure.

Hope that helps, Rob.