I think in the context it was used, the point makes more sense, and feels more general about the military and it's potential capacity. Blame some generals and policy advisors for the wars we're in, not the military, and not the troops. I'd just like to point out that, whether you agree with it or not, there are people dying, in the faith of defending your country. I may think its misguided, you may think its misguided, but that's their intent, and we should acknowledge it.