It's clear that Mr. Obama chose Mr. Hagel not because he wants a strong and knowledgeable adviser but because he wants a cipher who will take orders from the White House.

WSJ: Review & Outlook: The Hagel Democrats

But like many journalists I always enjoyed talking to him, because he was extremely knowledgeable, decent and fair, and a shrewd observer of Britain's strange relationship with Europe.

ECONOMIST: European politics

He added that the stadium had "fantastically knowledgeable and helpful staff, " but they needed backing "to make a proper go of it".

BBC: Cwmbran stadium

Michael is the most level-headed and knowledgeable about the family company and it makes perfect sense that he should be handed the position, but George Bluth Sr. gives the spot to Lucille instead and at the worst possible time.

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