Bolton has a very good understanding of foreign affairs and diplomatic relations. However, the points that Rand makes are accurate in many ways. The question becomes - was Bolton towing the line for the person he worked for or was he representing his own views.
If Trump believes Bolton will carry out his vision to the letter I am not too concerned about Bolton’s past comments. If Trump is not certain that Bolton shares his vision this would be a mistake. I would have the same concerns with Romney.
This is, in my opinion, the most difficult pick for Trump because he not only needs 100% loyalty in the position, but he needs gravitas because we have a lot of damage to repair with our relationships to long-term allies. A lot of damage. The Obama administration did not do right by our friends and we have a serious trust deficit.
No, thanks. I will hold a very dim view of Donald Trump and his administration if he nominates this jerk to any position of authority in his administration.
Donald Trump has made a very strong, assertive move by forcing prospective senior administration officials to sign an agreement to refrain from lobbying for five years after they leave office. He would do himself -- and this country -- a great favor by eliminating anyone from consideration who has worked as a lobbyist for the LAST five years, too.
That would eliminate a lot of people who should be permanently exiled from the Beltway. John Bolton would be one of them.
Whatever happen to Rudi? Newt would be good too. Foggy botton needs a thorough house cleaning.