Accountability in the military

What’s missing in political Washington is any ability, or desire, to police
your own. Look at how the Democrats have turned a blind eye to transgressions
from folks like former Ways and Means Committee Chairman Charles Rangel
(D-N.Y.). Look at how Republicans will do nothing to Joe Barton over his
humiliating apologies to BP. It’s increasingly all about power, not
accountability. The reason the U.S. military is the only American institution
that still enjoys huge respect among the public is because they still have a
sense of accountability. Criticizing the commander in chief in the press
demands accountability.

Frankly, I’m a little surprised the Defense secretary didn’t deliver such
accountability immediately. I could easily see Robert Gates sending a cable to
Afghanistan informing McChrystal of his new civilian status, and telling him
not to take military transportation back to the States. But if Gates wanted
Obama to have that glory, then it was a wise choice.

I only wish now the administration would apply similar standards of
accountability for its domestic programs. These agencies have their fair share
of insubordinates engaging in daily activities of government malpractice. Loyalty
to the president should be expected and demanded. I wish the president offered
the taxpayers a similar allegiance.

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