The latest Gallup poll discovered that among Americans who are familiar with the Iraq Study Group report, by a margin of 5 to 1, they believe Bush should act on its recommendations. (See graphic) When pollsters asked about specific recommendations included in the ISG report, Americans overwhelmingly voiced their support for the ISG proposals. And, in the same poll, Gallup discovered that Americans have the “most trust” in the US military (81 percent) to recommend the “right thing for the United States to do in Iraq,” compared to President Bush in whom they have the least trust (46 percent).
The Air Force must better explain Agile Combat Employment concepts, align training standards, and address staff shortages to be ready to implement the strategy, according to a new report by the federally funded RAND Corporation.