The article titled 'Of warriors and politicians' explores the traits that lead to success on the battlefield and how they may not necessarily translate to success in the political arena. It specifically mentions State Sen. John McGuire and retired Navy Captain Hung Cao, both of whom have military backgrounds and are running for political office. The article highlights the appeal of military experience to conservative voters and the exploitation of the country's mood regarding military service. It emphasizes the difference between the qualities needed in the military versus those needed in politics, such as being articulate, collegial, compromising, and open-minded. The author questions whether military experience alone qualifies a candidate for national office and suggests that the success of McGuire and Cao in politics remains to be seen. The article also touches on the importance of civilian control of the military and the need for commanders who understand that war is waged in pursuit of political objectives. [577213d1] [97c80b82] [c350419a]