But most officials here feel that such a program is unlikely to get to the root of the military's problems.

Yet even senior officials feel the need to add some key caveats.

American officials, however, felt that the 70-year-old President was missing the point.

And elected officials are feeling pressure to find just the right balance.

Uneasy British officials felt sure that made her a professional.

But most officials and observers felt there was no choice.

Some officials feel that they do not have enough information to make informed choices.

What a shame that our elected officials do not feel the same need to get their job done.

No matter how the officials felt, New York has the case.

But some American officials feel that would still be too close for comfort.