General Casey, Part 1

Speaking on a broad range of topics from Guantanamo to the creation of a 21st century peacekeeping force, General George Casey, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, offered a approach to national security grounded in realism and war hawkishness.

The Democrats engaged him in intense debate, while the Republicans largely sat silent. A notable exchange arose between Casey and Sen. Webb (D-VA), who asked him whether the Boy Scouts of America were likely to be classified as terrorists under Casey's definition.

Meanwhile, the Simulation Gods were caught chortling to themselves over some Youtube videos. That must be one funny cat on a skateboard.

Comprehensive coverage of this hearing will follow after the break.