[Miss Marple]

Military heroes can be wrong. John McCain and Wesley Clark are decorated veterans. Both of these men did something noble for their country, like Zinni. It does not, however, convey a special expertise upon them nor does it make them saints.

Zinni, like many generals, is viewing this war through the prism of the last war. It is a mistake generals often make.

[SUSSA]

You may be right. I'm not saying he is right or wrong. I'm just saying his opinion is worth listening to.

[rocksblues]

"Zinni, like many generals, is viewing this war through the prism of the last war. It is a mistake generals often make."

Absolutely correct. All you have to do is watch the History Channel.