Petraeus has, in my opinion, always been the best man for this job. He was so before he was considered for it, before we even invaded Iraq. He is an extremely talented commander and a brilliant individual.
What I hope is remembered - whatever the outcome - is that the soldiers (Petraeus included) do not make policy. Elected leaders do that. Petraeus was handed a big, stinky pile of poo and told to polish it up into gold bullion in a few months. Because he is a loyal soldier, he followed his order and is doing his best.
I fear that will be forgotten, and a brilliant career forever tarnished by an impossible situation.
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