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PBS NewsHour  When Military Leaders Fail to Live Up to High Expectations

What Happens When U.S. Military Leaders Fail to Live Up to High Expectations Details

 

Program: PBS NewsHour

Episode: When Military Leaders Fail to Live Up to High Expectations

Americans hold U.S. military officers to a high ethical standard and propriety. Judy Woodruff talks to Richard Kohn of the University of North Carolina and retired Col. Andrew Bacevich on whether these standards are reasonable and why the U.S. is fascinated by the recent scandals of Generals like David Petraeus and John Allen.

Duration: (9:28)
Premiere Date: 11/14/2012
Episode Expires: Never
TV Rating: E


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