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Why Mattis Is Leaving The Pentagon, In 3 Sentences
« on: December 24, 2018, 02:15:05 pm »
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Why Mattis Is Leaving The Pentagon, In 3 Sentences
Paul Szoldra

There are only three sentences in Defense Secretary Jim Mattis’ resignation letter you need to read in order to understand why he’s stepping down.

After reading plenty of White House/Pentagon palace intrigue stories, we know the relationship between Mattis and President Donald Trump has waned in recent months. And Mattis’ letter makes it abundantly clear of why: He fundamentally disagrees with the president on the path forward.

“My views on treating allies with respect and also being clear-eyed about both malign actors and strategic competitors are strongly held and informed by over four decades of immersion in these issues. We must do everything possible to advance an international order that is most conducive to our security, prosperity and values, and we are strengthened in this effort by the solidarity of our alliances,” Mattis wrote.

Read more at: https://taskandpurpose.com/mattis-letter-sentences/