[Notwithstanding]

See #17, and I agree with your tagline: " 'Experts' (especially those hired by CNN and Newsweek) can be paid to say anything."

[O6ret]

Try answering the questions....if you can. You made specific allegations, I am asking for specific information to support your claims.

Or is your obvious disdain for COL Hackworth's accomplishments what you ususally reserve for senior officers?