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Petraeus admits he didn't vote for Trump or Clinton
The Washington Examiner ^ | December 4, 2016 | Gabby Morrongiello

Posted on 12/04/2016 11:42:23 AM PST by kevcol

Retired Army Gen. David Petraeus, who is vying for the top diplomatic post in the next administration, said Sunday he did not cast a ballot in last month's presidential election.

"I don't vote, so that's an easy answer," Petraeus told ABC News when asked if he backed President-elect Trump in his campaign against defeated Democratic presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton.

(Excerpt) Read more at washingtonexaminer.com ...


TOPICS: Constitution/Conservatism; Government; Politics/Elections
KEYWORDS: 2016election; petraues; thirdparty; trumpcabinet; trumptransition
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To: Right-wing Librarian

I think, have thought since I first heard it that floating Petraeus’ name as SoS was a sort of in your face to people who thought Clinton being so cavalier about state secrets was okay.

It was reminding the left and the democrats that it isn’t okay, and daring them to say something just to prove his point. I don’t believe Petraeus was ever a serious contender.


61 posted on 12/04/2016 3:13:01 PM PST by Duchess47 ("One day I will leave this world and dream myself to Reality" Crazy Horse)
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To: KavMan
Most Generals seem to be Democrats

Yeah, I think obama pushed a lot of the non-libs out.

62 posted on 12/04/2016 3:25:27 PM PST by Right Wing Assault (Kill: TWITTER, FACEBOOK, CNN)
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To: Duchess47

I think you may be right there, Duchess. So much strategy and thought behind it all. DJT plays advanced chess. Simple me just plays checkers, ha.

As a nation, I am sure we could do a whole lot better than Petraeus, Corker, Romney, etc. As much as I think Bolton is a warmonger, the job would be to reflect the policies of DJT, not his own. If it has to be one of the already named, Bolton brings the best stature and good experience to the position.

Maybe DJT will end up surprising us all with his SOS pick. After all, he sure did with his VP choice! : )


63 posted on 12/04/2016 3:30:15 PM PST by Right-wing Librarian
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To: Right-wing Librarian

LOL, yes he did with Pence and I will bet he will continue to do so. I am so enjoying watching this.


64 posted on 12/04/2016 3:31:28 PM PST by Duchess47 ("One day I will leave this world and dream myself to Reality" Crazy Horse)
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To: uncbob
When the drive on Bagdad was just about in it’s final stage he relieved the commander and took over so he could get combat duty on his ticket

If that is true, and it is consistent with his demonstrated lack of integrity - then what we have here is another perfumed prince - a clone of Weasely whatshis face.

65 posted on 12/04/2016 3:42:57 PM PST by Bedford Forrest (Roger, Contact, Judy, Out. Fox One. Splash one.<I>)
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To: kevcol

Philosophically stunted cuck.


66 posted on 12/04/2016 4:09:07 PM PST by PGalt (CONGRATULATIONS Donald Trump)
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To: snarkytart

A number of people who didn’t or might not have voted for DJT are under consideration. Did Nikki Haley vote for him? We can be pretty sure Romney didn’t. We can be pretty sure Bolton did, and can be damned sure Giuliani did.


67 posted on 12/04/2016 4:13:21 PM PST by EDINVA
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To: uncbob

He is another of the many pentagon traitors that groveled begore the usurper.

General Betrayus earned his status. F’em.


68 posted on 12/04/2016 4:52:01 PM PST by Badboo (Why it is important)
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To: bgill

I never agreed with this view, but from thier perspective, choosing a candidate and casting a vote impinge upon the apolitical nature of the military. It is an ironic view, given the effort DOD puts into voting assistance effort. However to a minority of officers and career NCOs it is an article of faith.

Personally, I always voted, but kept my political opinions to myself and my wife. I did have to occasionally chew the asses of junior officers and NCOs who ran off at the mouth about political issues in front of their subordinates, or brought thier opinions into the workplace (even if I thought they were right). Partisan politics has no place within a military organization.


69 posted on 12/04/2016 6:57:08 PM PST by drop 50 and fire for effect ("Work relentlessly, accomplish much, remain in the background, and be more than you seem.)
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