text: would firing don rumsfeld threaten our lives and stocks?   i disagree with some of what rumsfeld has done, particularly in regard to making our military do more with less and consolidating bases (didn't we learn anything from pearl harbor?).  but overall, i think he has done a good job. firing him would probably increase the threat level somewhat.  who in the current administration is qualified to take his place? (p.s. thank you for your emailed comments.  i wish there were more like you in both parties.  keep up the good work!)