Cranky Retired Generals, The Bold...and the Very Few

A handful of retired generals have gotten lots of publicity lately as they seek to oust Donald Rumsfeld from his position as Secretary of Defense. At the latest count there is something less than a dozen critics at this point.

According to this article, there are approximately 4,700 retired generals and admirals who haven't come out against Rumsfeld. That doesn't seem to be news. For a visual perspective, look here (h/t Hugh Hewitt).