The implication that there was something wrong with the war plan is amusing.

In the execution of Presidential decisions work to be true to his views, in fact and tone.

Don't divide the world into 'them' and 'us.' Avoid infatuation with or resentment of the press, the Congress, rivals, or opponents. Accept them as facts. They have their jobs and you have yours.

Test ideas in the marketplace. You learn from hearing a range of perspectives. Consultation helps engender the support decisions need to be successfully implemented.

If you foul up, tell the President and correct it fast. Delay only compounds mistakes.

It is easier to get into something than to get out of it.

We know where they are [Iraq's weapons of mass destruction]. They're in the area around Tikrit and Baghdad and east, west, south and north somewhat.