Perhaps if you are in support functions waiting on the warfighters to spell out the specifics of what you are to do, you can avoid the consequences of not reading. Those who must adapt to overcoming an independent enemy’s will are not allowed that luxury. Jim Mattis Read Quote
Wherever the enemy wants to fight, we will follow him to the ends of the Earth. We’ll adapt, we’ll train, we’ll advise, we’ll mentor, and we’ll fight, and we’ll fight well. Jim Mattis Read Quote
I’ve always found, give me a pack of cigarettes and a couple of beers, and I do better with that than I do with torture. Jim Mattis Read Quote
I would just say there is one misperception of our veterans, and that is they are somehow damaged goods. I don’t buy it. Jim Mattis Read Quote
I’ve lived a very colorful life, and I’ve said some things, But not once have I taken them back, and I’ve never apologized for them – and I won’t. Jim Mattis Read Quote
I was a Marine for 41 years, and it wasn’t long enough. We enjoy putting on that uniform. Jim Mattis Read Quote
