Originally posted by Aadizookaan
We may not like his arrogance but he had good and logical reasons for all of his actions.
He initially cut Dr. Weir out of the loop because this was a war scenario and Weir's established reputation was as a diplomat and negotiator. He isn't aware of how Weir has grown and become a more well-rounded leader of people, until she shows him.
His distrust of Sheppard is also logical. Everyone who has read his file knows he doesn't always respect the chain of command. And we know first hand from Shep's insubordinate actions in Atlantis how true that can be. Also if one of your best friends was killed in the way Colonel Sumner was, wouldn't you be a bit suspicious and angry at the person partially responsible, especially one with Sheppard's military record?
His distrust of Teyla? Again logical. But Everett also is flexible and is constantly re-evaluating the situation, hence his acceptance of Teyla's offer of help later.
The space mines stratagem was a bust but not even those who had more experience dealing with the Wraith were able to predict their asteroids tactic.
Clearly both the SGC and the Pentagon tried to be as prepared as possible by sending as many troops as they could on short notice in whom the Ancient gene therapy worked, including Everett, the task force commander. I presume Beckett's research data on the gene therapy was already available on Earth or was sent back in "Letters From Pegasus".
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