Marine Gen. John Allen has endorsed Hillary Clinton for president. Here's why that matters

[bluestateguy]

http://www.marinecorpstimes.com/story/military/2016/07/25/marine-gen-john-allen-has-endorsed-hillary-clinton-president-heres-why-matters/87539996/

Retired Marine Gen. John Allen says presumptive Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton is the right person to be the next commander in chief.

Allen, who led troops in Iraq and Afghanistan and served as the U.S. envoy to coordinate the international fight against the Islamic State group, said on Monday that Clinton has the patience and understanding to make smart decisions about using military power

“This has been a very personal decision for me,” Allen said in Clinton campaign news release. “I have stayed out of the political arena my entire adult life, but given the complexities of issues facing our country today and its longtime allies, I felt compelled to speak up and be heard.

"I have no doubt that she is the leader we need at this time to keep our country safe, and I trust her with that most sacred responsibility of Commander-in-Chief.”

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[kstewart33]

1. Thanks very much for posting.

That's really good to know. The more military leaders step up and endorse Hillary, the stronger her standing in the military becomes.

[Hoyt]

2. Now that's something the white wingers who pollute my Facebook page will understand.

[Cha]

3. Good to know, bluestateguy.. Mahalo!