Speaking of HUBRIS, This is the Reason WHY Republicans HATE Chuck Hagel

[CitizenPatriot]

20. It says he spoke out against it

If you recall, that wasn't being done a lot.

He did vote for it, but he urged using diplomacy and not preemptive force. He urged working thru UN in 2002:

http://www.esquire.com/blogs/politics/chuck-hagel-iraq-2002-010813

Because the stakes are so high, America must be careful with her rhetoric and mindful of how others perceive her intentions. Actions in Iraq must come in the context of an American led, multilateral approach to disarmament, not as the first case for a new. American doctrine involving the preemptive use of force. America's challenge in this new century will be to strengthen its relationships around the world while leading the world in our war on terrorism, for it is the success of the first challenge that will determine the success of the second. We should not mistake our foreign policy priorities for ideology in a rush to proclaim a new doctrine in world affairs. America must understand it cannot alone win a war against terrorism. It will require allies, friends, and partners.

American leadership in the world will be further defined by our actions in Iraq and the Middle East. What begins in Iraq will not end in Iraq. There will be other ‘‘Iraqs.'' There will be continued acts of terrorism, proliferating powers, and regional conflicts. If we do it right and lead through the U.N., in concert with our allies, we can set a new standard for American leadership and international cooperation.