There’s something spiritual about being in the presence of greatness. I arrived at the Fairmont Hotel to hear General David H. Petraeus speak for the . I got out of the cab and saw war protestors to my left. It was a very small group with a very loud megaphone. I’m a peace lover; I assure you, but somehow it seemed wrong. This much I know: war since 9-11 is very complicated. I came to the program having done my homework. The Council staff sent us links to pieces about the General: Read next feature >