Patriotism is an indispensable weapon in the defense of civilization against barbarism. – Bill Kristol
In any case, decisions on troop levels in the American system of government are not made by any general or set of generals but by the civilian leadership of the war effort. – Bill Kristol
If Romney explains why where we are with Obama is unacceptable, why whither we are tending is even worse – and why his own alternative path forward is superior – then we trust the American people to make the right choice in November. – Bill Kristol
Surely our inaction with respect to Syria is a poor precedent if were fighting a war on terror. – Bill Kristol