General Colin Powell is expected to be named the new chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. The White House said that Mr. Obama had decided on a “broad range” of military and civilian leaders for his national security team in an effort “to ensure continuity at all levels across government.” Those qualities were cited by The Washington Post in calling Powell the ``antidote to Ollie North,'' He has emphasized he is proud of the accomplishments of the average U.S. soldier over the years. In his time off, he tells young blacks to spend their lives helping to open the doors for minorities and tells of his battles with racial discrimination. His daily interest is keeping troops ready for combat.
General Colin Powell is expected to be named the new chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. The White House said that Mr. Obama had decided on a “broad range” of military and civilian leaders for his national security team in an effort “to ensure continuity at all levels across government.” He has emphasized he is proud of the accomplishments of the average U.S. soldier over the years. In his time off, he tells young blacks to spend their lives helping to open the doors for minorities and tells of his battles with racial discrimination. His daily interest is keeping troops ready for combat.