Donald Rumsfeld Playing "Where's bin Laden?"

 

Say what you will about Donald Rumsfeld. But he was a master at hedging his bets.

Playing the bin Ladin Edition of "Where's Waldo"

If Osama bin Ladin wasn't in Afghanistan, there was a 100% chance he was in another country (or dead.)

The Quote:

"We do know of certain knowledge that he is either in Afghanistan, or in some other country, or dead."

- Donald Rumsfeld, Former Secretary of Defense

Who Said It:

Donald Rumsfeld (July 9, 1932 – June 29, 2021) was an American politician, businessman, and naval officer who served as secretary of defense from 1975 to 1977 under President Gerald Ford, and again from 2001 to 2006 under President George W. Bush. He was both the youngest and the oldest secretary of defense.

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Recommended Reading:

Known and Unknown: A Memoir by Donald Rumsfeld

"...heartily recommend it. It is amazing."—Rush Limbaugh

"Let me tell you something, it is absolutely fascinating."—Mark Levin, author of Unfreedom of the Press and American Marxism

"... behind the scenes details that may shock you."—Sean Hannity, host at Fox News

Donald Rumsfeld’s Known and Unknown is a sweeping memoir that offers an insider’s look at decades of American political and military history. Rumsfeld reflects on his career with candor, sharing lessons learned from serving under multiple presidents and navigating the most complex challenges of government and defense. 

The strength of this memoir lies in its combination of personal anecdotes, historical insight, and reflections on leadership. Rumsfeld’s storytelling is sharp and engaging, and his perspective on decision-making at the highest levels provides valuable lessons for leaders in any field. It’s an engrossing book for those interested in politics, history, or the art of leadership.

For web-connected readers, the enhanced e-book edition features more than 500 links to never-before-available original documents from Donald Rumsfeld's personal archive. It includes State Department cables, correspondence, and memoranda on topics such as Vietnam, Watergate, the days following 9/11, the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, and much more. 

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