Wednesday, November 08, 2006

The fallout begins

Just days after saying that he thought Rumsfeld and should stay to the end of his term, President Bush announced today that Rumsfeld is stepping down.

Fresh from the Post:

The development occurred one day after midterm elections that cost Republicans control of the House, and possibly the Senate, as well. Surveys of voters at polling places said opposition to the war was a significant contributor to the Democratic victory.

Bush described Rumsfeld as a "superb leader" in a time of change, but said his defense chief recognizes the value of "fresh perspective." He said Rumsfeld is a "trusted adviser and friend," and that he's "deeply grateful" for his service to the country. Bush said he and Rumsfeld agreed that "the timing is right for new leadership" at the Pentagon.




1 comment:

dara said...

I totally agree. The voters might have seen it as a concilliatory gesture -- an admission that things aren't going as planned or promised and changes are necessary.

Thank God that they're too full of hubris to have done that in time.