I just watched my first television interview with Chris Alexander and my initial reaction is very positive. He was visibly nervous on television, ironic considering he spent 6 years driving around a war zone. Other than some jitters in front of the camera, he provided fantastic answers to the critical questions regarding the situation in Afghanistan. I want Mr Alexander sharing his opinion on Afghanistan with Canadians more often. I doubt any Canadian has a better understanding of the problems we are facing on the ground, General Hillier notwithstanding.
The question is what cabinet seat would best suit his unique skill set? Foreign Affairs or Defense? With all due respect to Mr. Cannon and Mr. MacKay, I want Chris Alexander as my liaison between the Government of Canada and our mission in Afghanistan. Don't take it personally. The kid is just that good.
Lawrence Cannon has been passable as Minister of Foreign Affairs, but Chris Alexander is a better man for that job.
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ReplyDeleteThat suggestion was made by none other than Craig Oliver.
The British Tories are going to do it if they're elected.
ReplyDeleteIt couldn't hurt.
Well what would be our equivalent of a war cabinet right now? The Ministry of Defense? I won't advocate setting up a new ministry, but we can at least convene frequent Knights of the Roundtable. The Prime Minister is at the table with General Hillier, Chris Alexander, Peter MacKay, Lawrence Cannon, and some of our top military Commanders.
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