"O'Donnell criticized Hegseth for using the phrase 'leave no man behind,' stating that it reflects an old school mentality that ignores the presence of female soldiers in the military."
"General Dan Raizin Caine's choice of words, 'we leave no one behind,' was highlighted by O'Donnell as a reflection of a more modern understanding of military inclusivity."
"O'Donnell pointed out that about 22% of the U.S. Air Force is female, emphasizing the need for language that acknowledges the contributions of women in the military."
"He also remarked that the notion of leaving no one behind overlooks historical instances, such as the 120,000 prisoners of war during World War II who were left behind."
Lawrence O'Donnell criticized Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth for using the phrase 'leave no man behind' during a press conference about a military rescue operation. O'Donnell argued that the phrase is outdated and sexist, as it fails to recognize the possibility of female soldiers being involved. He contrasted Hegseth's language with General Dan Raizin Caine's more inclusive phrase, 'we leave no one behind.' O'Donnell emphasized the importance of modern sensibilities in military language, noting that a significant percentage of the Air Force is female.
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