NSA’S Keith Alexander, on how it was to work for Bush vs. Obama

[Jemon]

In a new interview with Australia's AFR:

"AFR: What were the key differences for you as director of NSA serving under presidents Bush and Obama? Did you have a preferred commander in chief?

Gen. Alexander: Obviously they come from different parties, they view things differently, but when it comes to the security of the nation and making those decisions about how to protect our nation, what we need to do to defend it, they are, ironically, very close to the same point. You would get almost the same decision from both of them on key questions about how to defend our nation from terrorists and other threats."

More: http://www.afr.com/p/technology/interview_transcript_former_head_51yP0Cu1AQGUCs7WAC9ZVN

[grasswire]

1. this is odd

"So my frank assessment of both individuals is that they are great people. I worked with both of them for four years and it was a privilege and honor to see decision-making at a presidential level with all of the complexities and nuances they have to contend with. I have deep respect and admiration for both presidents. And while I do have a favorite, I’m not going to reveal that right now!"

Why would he say he has a favorite?

[Tierra_y_Libertad]

2. "....terrorists and other threats." And, whistleblowers. Don't forget whistleblowers.

[msanthrope]

3. I thought Obama was worse on whistleblowers? I can't keep up!! nt

[Tierra_y_Libertad]

4. I do believe that you're right. But, the purpose is the same.