Quote by Ron Fournier

By nominating Chuck Hagel to be his Defense secretary, President Obama is putting forward an aloof contrarian who doesn't suffer fools - a striving politician who considers himself above politics.

By nominating Chuck Hagel to be his Defense secretary, Presi

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This quote suggests that President Obama's decision to nominate Chuck Hagel as Defense secretary portrays him as someone who is independent and detached from conventional beliefs. It implies that Hagel is a non-conformist who may challenge established norms, and that his political ambitions may make him approach his duties with a sense of superiority. The quote overall presents Hagel as a determined and confident figure who may prioritize his personal convictions over political considerations.

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By Ron Fournier

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