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Thanks for that link. It leads to this first-hand account:
http://www.realcities.com/mld/krwashington/news/special_packages/galloway/13064333.htm

'Throughout the discussion the defense secretary took notes when he thought he heard a valid point or criticism. Others at the table winced.'

'They had visions of a fresh shower of the secretary's famous "snowflakes," memos demanding answers or action or both.'

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'On the way out the defense secretary said, in parting: "I want you to know that I love soldiers and I care about soldiers. All of us here do." '

'I replied that concern for the troops and their welfare and safety were my only purpose "and I intend to keep kicking your butt regularly to make sure you stay focused on that goal."'

'He grinned and said: "That's all right. I can take it." '

Maybe it's just me, but this exchange strikes me as two good men, each doing their job, and showing each other the mutual respect that they each deserve.