McCain's temper: A national security risk

Submitted by sugarfatpie on Thu, 2008/10/09 - 11:44am.

If you've ever wondered about the reports of McCain's dangerously volatile temperament, look no further.
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Watch the vid and read the articles.
Highlights:

He is known for hurling profanities rather than settling disagreements calmly. His belligerence is legendary. Even conservative Senator Thad Cochran of Mississippi has said, "He is erratic. He is hotheaded. He loses his temper and he worries me."

The account (given in the video) of his physical assault of a citizen activist on POW/MIA issues is particularly worrying. The complaint to the senate ethics committee is here:
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But the complete annotated tome of McCain's temper tantrums can be found here
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Highlights:

"I studied leadership for a long time during 32 years in the military," said retired Air Force Maj. Gen. Scott Gration, a one-time Republican. "It is all about character. Who can motivate willing followers? Who has the vision? Who can inspire people?" Gration asked. "I have tremendous respect for John McCain, but I would not follow him."

"I like McCain. I respect McCain. But I am a little worried by his knee-jerk response factor," said retired Maj. Gen. Paul Eaton, who was in charge of training the Iraqi military from 2003 to 2004. "I think it is a little scary. I think this guy's first reactions are not necessarily the best reactions. I believe that he acts on impulse."



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