Rumsfeld praised on final day at Pentagon - "We've been through war together," the president said.

[Kadie]

Rumsfeld praised on final day at Pentagon
POSTED: 2:20 p.m. EST, December 15, 2006

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Architect of the unpopular war in Iraq, Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld was praised lavishly Friday for his service to the nation on a day of pageantry and testimonials for the outgoing Pentagon chief.

President Bush called Rumsfeld "one of America's most skilled, energetic and dedicated public servants."

"We've been through war together," the president said. "We have shared some of the most challenging moments in our nation's history."

Rumsfeld was a casualty of growing opposition to the war, manifested in the Democrats' takeover of Congress. Bush announced Rumsfeld's departure the day after Republicans were jolted in the November elections.

"I've never worked harder for a boss and I've never learned more from one, either," said Vice President Dick Cheney, who began his career in politics as an intern for Rumsfeld in 1969.

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[kenny blankenship]

1. Wow, I wonder how a statement like that sits with guys who've really been through war

watched friends die in battle and who've saved friends and have been saved by friends... I can only guess never having been through it myself, but I'd guess it's like hearing scraping fingernails on a chalkboard.

[babylonsister]

2. He should be hanging his head in shame instead of being praised

lavishly. Something is definitely wrong with this picture.

[The Blue Flower]

3. No Medal of Freedom????

Where's the outrage????!!!!!

[cassiepriam]

4. I am speechless. For once.

There is nothing to be said in response to these delusional men.

[partylessinOhio]

5. CSpan took viewers' calls after showing this outrageous ceremony for

the chief crooks and liars.

The last caller said, "I have three words to say. 'Rumsfeld For President!' "

[happydreams]

6. Full Dinner Jacket! We need a movie by that name. nt

[Ino]

7. so what does cheney mean?

he doesn't work hard & hasn't learned as much from bush... or he doesn't consider bush his boss?

the chimp in chief is gonna be miffed!

[Disturbed]

8. War Criminals praise each other.

Here we have three arrogant Sociopaths flaunting themselves to the world.