As the Left raises the drumbeat of opposition to everything Trump, especially the recruitment of retired military officers for cabinet and sub-cabinet positions with the specious claim of “civilian control” of the military, let me refresh some memories. Or in some cases. perhaps most, provide brand-new information. Two outstanding Americans of the last century were in their dual capacity of soldier and civilian instrumental in developing the Western democracies of the latter part of the 20th century and changing the course of history. The major force in the Pacific was General of the Army Douglas MacArthur, a Medal of Honor recipient, and the Military Governor of postwar Japan who brought that country out of  feudalism into the 20th century world. His astute handling of immediate postwar Japan and guidance of that country in developing a Constitution has given us a powerful democratic ally in the defense of the Pacific as well as a significant trading...(Read Full Post)