The last time I was at Ramstein was 1990 so it does not apply, but airmen I knew quit the force citing Clinton as one reason in talking to them later, as an aside.
I also understand the track to general/admiral, having a relative leave after being passed over. It had nothing to do with politics as we view it here. It was more of a matter of in service politics. Most of the officers I've met are conservative but most tend to be more apolitical rather than active in political parties. My comment was more directed to the likes of Wesley Clark, specifically, and the now retired generals who are most critical of the changes taking place today.
I still find it hard to believe Weasely Clark made 4 stars. I mean besides being from Little Rock and a Rhodes Scholar (ala Bubba) what had/s he to offer? He reminds me of the obnoxious polka loving Lt in Good Morning Viet Nam. Major Dork, and shifty eyes to boot. Just no rhyme or reason why he made rank! Talk about the Peter Principle.