With Iraq, he has to mix resolution-america surely must keep its troops there throughout 2007-with contrition: he owes Americans and Iraqis a frank explanation of the mistakes made.
Genuine criticism creates a precious opening for an author to become better on his own terms—a process that is often extremely painful, but also almost always meaningful.
Despite our differences, General Powell made it clear that he would serve as best he could, including giving me his honest advice, which is exactly what I wanted.