Air Power

January 29th, 2009

Tom Robison wrote:
>
> Were I in charge, this is how it would be handled:
>
> UN Inspector to Iraqi representative:
> “I want to inspect that building over there.”
>
> Iraqi rep: “I’m sorry, sir, but we can’t let you inspect that building.”
>
> Whereupon the UN fella pulls out his portable GPS receiver, determines the
> coordinates of the building in question, then takes out his cellular phone
> and makes a call. He then says to the Iraqi fella:
>
> “I suggest you evacuate that building, the cruise missile will be here in
> an hour. Have a nice day, see you tomorrow.”
>
> The next day:
(repeat until out of off-limits buildings and/or cruise missiles)

What a good idea! I know we aren’t supposed to post message that just
say “I agree”, but “I agree!”.

There is a lot to be said for simple plans executed effectively and
promptl,y as opposed to perfect detailedplans that never quite get
executed…..

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