Should President Obama fire General McChrystal?

Gen. Stanley McChrystal has apologized for derisive remarks he and his aides made about President Obama and other members of the administration in a revealing Rolling Stone article. General McChrystal is leading an important military campaign in Afghanistan, but several Washington observers are suggesting that Mr. Obama has little choice but to fire the commander in response to such public insubordination.

What do you think? Should Obama fire McChrystal – or opt for some lesser punishment?

Share your constructive ideas using the form below.

You've read  of  free articles. Subscribe to continue.
QR Code to Should President Obama fire General McChrystal?
Read this article in
https://www.csmonitor.com/Commentary/Editorial-Board-Blog/2010/0622/Should-President-Obama-fire-General-McChrystal
QR Code to Subscription page
Start your subscription today
https://www.csmonitor.com/subscribe