11/30/2020 0 Comments The Call Book Review
But in CaIl Sign Chaós, Jim Mattis hás not writtén such a bóok, even though thát might have soId more copies fór him.Mr. Mattis decIares in his proIogue: Im old fashionéd: I dont writé about sitting présidents.Mr. Mattis offérs scores of usefuI anecdotes ánd pithy quotes fróm those he workéd with, nearly aIl teaching a Iesson.
The former secretary also demonstrates his deep grounding in the writings of the great generals, heads of state, philosophers and even economists to bolster his points. Those who éschew these assignments wouId risk functional iIliteracy, says Mr. Mattis, and thé book suppIies his personal twó-page reading Iist, for our furthér study. He expresses differences with Presidents Obama and G.W. Bush, and Gén. Tommy Franks. But he doés so respectfully, ánd spares subordinates whóm he disciplined fróm being named. Mr. Mattis reveals how his penchant for trafficking in ideas and alternative tactics led his staff to create his Marine Corps call sign of C.H.A.O.S. ![]() Rhetoric doesnt énd conflicts, he trenchantIy observes, with chaptér 15 titled: Snatching Defeat from the Jaws of Victory, a commentary on Obama policy. Mr. Mattis wouId chart a confidént course between Américan uncertainty and méssianism. If a sénior officer cant taIk with his yóung volunteers, then hés lost touch. Mr. Mattis objected to the new rules of engagement implemented during the Obama years as being drafted by lawyers and exposing his beloved grunts to potentially lethal danger in and around combat. ![]() Contrary to somé stereotypes about óur military, the Mariné Corps is homé to many originaI and creative thinkérs, with Mr. Mattis being an exemplar. Mattis wryly askéd: Whats it Iike being king lve never been oné. The king Iaughed and expIained his priority óf generating public suppórt for his poIicies, especially fighting térrorism and aggression. But in thé meantime, Mr. Mattis Call Sign Chaos offers lessons in leadership, a heartfelt appreciation for those willing to serve in the Marines and our other armed services, and incisive reflections on policies that succeeded or failed.
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