Don't you think President Bush is working toward that goal?
I'm not so sure. He's doged it at every function.
It may be academic but the claim of success will be tantamount to an admission.
Say nothing and the belief is considerable. Say something and the belief is resolute. In the end it's just shades of grey.
It's preferable to know what leaders are thinking, feeling, and planning. It's just cleaner that way.