I'm surprised that I haven't heard much in the media about Rumsfeld's recent campaign to distance himself from the decision to invade Iraq. The Washington Post had a long article two weeks ago that was all about Rumsfeld saying the war wasn't his idea. When pressed on the issue he says he fully supports the President's decision, but he also makes it clear that it wasn't his idea.

One reason for our current mess is that Rumsfeld convinced himself and many others that he is so brilliant, he doesn't need to listen to anyone. It's remarkable that someone who has been so wrong on so many important issues could remain so smug and condescending.