It’s supposed to be a “pack mule” for tomorrow’s soldier, meant for carrying heavy weight over inhospitable terrain. How long before they put machine guns on that thing? How long before it learns to gallop? I’m scared already.

These soldiers just graduated from basic training. Almost a third will be going to Iraq and Afghanistan. President Bush is addressing them, congratulating them, exhorting them to continue the fight. I understand the need for a good photo-op. But unless the Presidential Podium is on a rotating stage like those they had in 80’s metal videos¹, isn’t it rude to force them to look at the Presidential Posterior while he speaks?