To Gain Support In U.s.

Any Country On The Face Of The Earth With An Active Intelligence Program Knows That Iraq Has Weapons Of Mass Destruction.

There Will Be Good Moments, And There Will Be Less Good Moments.

It Is Unknowable How Long That Conflict [the War In Iraq] Will Last. It Could Last Six Days, Six Weeks. I Doubt Six Months.

When You Raise Issues With The President, Try To Come Away With Both That Decision And Also A Precedent. Pose Issues So As To Evoke Broader Policy Guidance. This Can Help To Answer A Range Of Similar Issues Likely To Arise Later.

Enjoy Your Time In Public Service. It May Well Be One Of The Most Interesting And Challenging Times Of Your Life.