INTRODUCTION - BLOOD OF TYRANTS - GEORGE WASHINGTON AND THE FORGING OF THE PRESIDENCY (SPOILER THREAD)

[Bentley, Group Founder, Leader, Chief]

I know and that is why I think it is best to put it aside and pick it up on August 12th! (smile) - believe me I understand (nodding head).

It is also going to be a quick read - not dense - so probably best to start things right on August 12th.

I am looking forward to it too Phillip.

[Quinn]

Reading through some of the articles posted written by Beirne that you posted early in this feed. Very interesting stuff. I am looking forward to diving into this book. One article that was particularly interesting to me was the When to pull the trigger article. It really is interesting the way such different worlds have such a opportunity for comparison.

What stuck out to me was Washington's decision to arrest the loyalist plotting against him as distinct from a loyalist on the battle field. Granted battle lines in the modern war on terror are very blurry, but interesting leadership decision

[Bentley, Group Founder, Leader, Chief]

Yes, it is - Washington was ruthless and that just doesn't seem to jive with our elementary education and the innocuous stories about not lying because he cut down a cherry tree - does it.? Or gentle George.

[Quinn]

He was certainly a man of his time. Looking forward to this fresh perspective!

[Bentley, Group Founder, Leader, Chief]

Well only one more day. Kick-off is tomorrow.

[Phillip]

All this buildup has me anxious to get going. Have a slot in my day tomorrow for reading and more importantly reflection on what I'be read.

[Bentley, Group Founder, Leader, Chief]

Anticipation is a good thing. (smile)

[Bryan]

Probably out of a fear of past kings and dictators. Wanted civilian leadership, good comment.

[Teri]

The discussion for chapters 17-20 will begin tomorrow 9-16-13. The moderator(s) will open the thread then. Enjoy!

[Bryan]

Thanks Teri, you are right. We open each weekly thread on Monday so people don't jump ahead.