I really don't think it is up to the President to plan a military strategy. I doubt Bush 'planned' much in either Afghanistan or Iraq. He does have final say on which plabn is to be implemented, so really it comes down to relying on advisors and such.
I think Rudy did a wonderful job cleaning up NYC, and tackling some of the crime issues the city faced. I also think he did a fine job leading and rallying his city after 9/11.
I could really care less about his views on abortion or other 'litmus test' issues that most conservatives against Rudy are touting. To me those are minor issues compared to the WOT and displaying an ability to lead and execute his vision.
Rudy looks to me to be a fine leader. I like the fact he is not from the 'Capitol Hill Crowd'.
Mitt Romney and Duncan Hunter haven't really shown me they are exceptional leaders. They seem to have quietly muddled their way thru Congress with no overwhelming leadership skills being displayed.
Of the remaining GOP candidates, the only other prospect that has shown an exceptional ability to lead would be Newt. He was a fine Speaker, and had a vision that was carried out succesfully.
Rudy is my guy, but I'd be pretty enthusiastic about Newt as well.
Some of us do n00bie.
"could really care less about his views on abortion or other 'litmus test' issues that most conservatives against Rudy are touting. To me those are minor issues compared to the WOT and displaying an ability to lead and execute his vision. "
Abortion: The systematic murdering of babies is an act of terrorism. They are totally defenseless and innocent victims and are deserving of someone who is willing to defend and rescue them. To me, the WOT includes the abortion industry and its supporters.
It is not a "lithmus test". Those young Americans have a constitutional right to life.