Have you heard or entertained any interesting conspiracy theories associated with David Petraeus' resignation as D/CIA?

Have you heard or entertained any interesting conspiracy theories associated with David Petraeus' resignation as D/CIA?
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It is amazing that in today’s paranoia, there haven’t already been more and wilder conspiracy theories getting widespread attention. So far, all I’ve heard is that Obama knew and kept the lid on it till after the election—or Romney did ditto. But just you wait. The conspiracy theories will fly. I think the types who think them up are a little bit slow on the uptake.
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