Before I get accused of the same thing, I have the utmost respect for our retired and active duty military personnel. Anyone willing to make that sacrifice for our country is deserving of our respect.
BUT That service does NOT give you some special pass or privilege to be above criticism, reproach or entitle you to instant credibility on anything and everything.
Argue with McRaven about military strategy, no. But refuse to be cowed when he enters an arena that is outside his lane. HELL YA.
“Anyone willing to make that sacrifice for our country is deserving of our respect.”
That remark is troubling, but I know what you meant, and did not say. It would be a “sacrifice” to be in combat (under fire and trying to live), come home maimed, or dead. It is not a “sacrifice” to put in 20, retire, and get another job. McCrystal is simply a government employee with all the bennies and retirement afforded.