As you read this story keep in mind that the job of being a war Czar is the job of The Commander in Chief known as one Mr. George Bush. So he has now decided to outsource his own job. But then he was surprised when he actually had to do some work when he was elected. He just assumned it would be one long vacation. Lack of leadership, lack of concern for the American and complete incompetence. Wait... that's this administration at work. http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2007/04/11/...in2670807.shtmlNo Takers For Bush "War Czar"The Skinny: Top Generals Not Interested In Becoming Overseer Of U.S. War Efforts
The Bush administration is seeking a "war czar" to oversee the U.S. efforts in Iraq and Afghanistan. But so far, the Washington Post reports, it's having a hard time finding anyone willing to take the job.
At least three retired four-star generals, the Post says, have been approached by the White House, but all declined to be considered for the high-powered position, highlighting the administration's problems in convincing "top recruits to join the team after five years of warfare that have taxed the United States and its military."
One of those who spurned the job, retired Marine Gen. John J. "Jack" Sheehan, was outspoken about his reasons for turning it down.
"The very fundamental issue is, they don't know where the hell they're going," said Sheehan, a former top NATO commander. Sheehan said he believes that hawks like Vice President Cheney have more influence in the White House than those looking for a way out of Iraq. "So rather than go over there, develop an ulcer and eventually leave, I said, 'No, thanks.' "
Sources said the others contacted by the White House were Army Gen. Jack Keane and retired Air Force Gen. Joseph W. Ralston, who both said they were not interested.
The idea for creating the new position follows concern over longstanding disputes between civilian and military officials in Iraq. The war czar would have the authority to issue directions to the Pentagon, State Department and other agencies.