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In any case, decisions on troop levels in the American system of government are not made by any general or set of genera
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"In any case, decisions on troop levels in the American system of government are not made by any general or set of generals but by the civilian leadership of the war effort"

- Bill Kristol

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This quote by Bill Kristol stresses the importance of civilian management in the American system of government. It suggests that decisions relating to troop levels are not made by generals, but by the civilian leadership in charge of the war effort. This highlights the significance of civilian control over the military, which is a basic concept of the American system of federal government. It also indicates that the civilian management is ultimately responsible for the success or failure of the war effort, as they are the ones deciding. This quote works as a reminder that the civilian leadership need to be held responsible for their choices, and that the military should not be allowed to take control of the war effort.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Bill Kristol somewhere between December 23, 1952 and today. He/she was a famous Politician from USA. The author also have 6 other quotes.

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