While it annoys me to hear at least three different messages on any given day from this administration I do get to appreciate the fact that honest and open government is messy and differences of opinion are to be expected and admired.
One of the things I have always liked about President Bush is that I believe he means every thing he says. There is no pretense with this man. Rumsfeld and Cheney on the other hand have never had my trust.
With that caveat in mind I want to thank you for both your service to this country and your excellent summary of the problems with spin. Mr. Hoagland has it just right.
When I hear Ms. Pelosi comment on the "... the culture of corruption..." and then have to listen to it repeated by my local union thug who barely speaks English, I have to laugh and wonder just why so many folks don't seem to get the joke. Perhaps that is just like the old, "Conspiracy of Silence".
I will quibble with your, " American foreign policy always relies upon correct and clear communications."
Having to watch the spectacular gyrations of Ms. Rice trying to get into sync with her President over Israel's mauling of Lebanon was a joy to this old man who has little respect for the dwellers from the Foggy Bottom.
*My highlight.
Rumsfeld and Cheney on the other hand have never had my trust.
How so?