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Home Front: WoT
Mad Dog Mattis' Human Side
2016-12-06
General James Mattis has reportedly accepted his nomination for Secretary of Defense, and if confirmed would serve under President Donald Trump.

After he was nominated, having heard rumors about "Mad Dog" Mattis over the years, I called upon our best friend’s son, SSG John C. Steffens, US Army, to inquire more about Mattis; about his real disposition and personality. John worked closely with General Mattis for about a year as a member of Mattis’ "Executive Protection" detail, in the Protective Services Division (PSD). They spent a lot of time together.

So last night (December 1st, 2016), I went to see John, his wife Tadzia, and their three children ‐ Little John, Joanne, and Emma. I was happy to have a chance to get some insights into General Mattis from someone who has spent a great deal of time around him. General Mattis had not yet accepted the nomination at the time of the interview.

The General is famously quoted as saying, "Demonstrate to the world there is ’No Better Friend, No Worse Enemy’ than a U.S. Marine." Well, he may be "Mad Dog Mattis" to his enemies, but to those who know him, there is indeed no better friend. See below:
Posted by:Vast Right Wing Conspiracy

#2  I rather like ’No Better Friend, No Worse Enemy’ as foreign policy.
Posted by: SteveS   2016-12-06 01:16  

#1  Well, "Mad Dog Mattis" does sort of have a pleasing rhythm to it, if he's on your side.
Posted by: gorb   2016-12-06 00:31  

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