"Calls from the left for his resignation are so pathetically misguided that it's clear they have no concept of a strong, civilian military leader."
No, I think the point is they DO know what a "strong, civilian military leader" he is. He's too good for their liking and helps the President.
I hope that this is a sign that Dubya gets it. Whenever the shrill voices of the left rise with an insane diatribe, like these calls for resignation, Dubya needs to respond with more than just "No, I'm sticking with him." He also needs to chide them for their foolishness and hysteria. 'Course, maybe he does and Rather Clueless keeps that clip off the air.