John Batiste Quotations

I believe we need a fresh start in the Pentagon. We need a leader who understands teamwork, a leader who knows how to build teams, a leader that does it without intimidation. You know, it speaks volumes that guys like me are speaking out.

He tended to surround himself with those that support his agenda. He was involved with the selection of flag officers to an unprecedented level.

We need leadership up there that respects the military as they expect the military to respect them.

Sadly, we started something we weren't prepared to finish.

I have not talked to the other generals.

And as I recall, the secretary didn't even go to his retirement ceremony; I have never forgotten that.