Chuck Hegel is an "American patriot" who condemns John McCain for not being American enough, despises our allies, especially Israel, supports Iran's nuclear ambitions, denies that Hamas is anti American & refuses to allow gays to help fight for our country. Yes sir, an American patriot of moral concience, beloved by David Duke to be nominated for our Secretary of Defense?
Main reason Obama wants him is because he will bless massive defense cuts, and his predecessor Leon Pannetta condemned them, comparing the cuts to "shooting yourself in the head". The rest about Israel I believe is smoke and mirrors.
Of course his nomination will never pass, even the Democrats are surprised at this choice, and the Republicans are vowing a fight to the death. Elections do have consequences.