Petraeus and the Press

Some individuals in the public eye seem to move with 'winged feet' for a finite period of time, usually only one of these fortunates occupy the spotlight at any given moment. General Petraeus, with his new command in Iraq, is now in that particular position, lauded from all sides, thrust before the cameras to push for the newest path to victory in Iraq.
He plays the part well, the press has given him all the support they can muster, but can any of that change the unfolding disaster in Iraq?
How long until the General's golden moment ends?