When There Happens To Be A Weapon

The Implication That There Was Something Wrong With The War Plan Is Amusing.

Make Decisions About The President's Personal Security. He Can Overrule You, But Don't Ask Him To Be The One To Counsel Caution.

Certainty Without Power Can Be Interesting, Even Amusing. Certainty With Power Can Be Dangerous.

Don't Say 'the White House Wants.' Buildings Can't Want.

Have A Deputy And Develop A Successor. Don't Be Consumed By The Job Or You'll Risk Losing Your Balance. Keep Your Mooring Lines To The Outside World - Family, Friends, Neighbors, People Out Of Government, And People Who May Not Agree With You.