We are a global power, and we have global interests, and that means we have global vulnerabilities.
If you were writing the defense budget for next year, understanding that you disagree with the recommendations of Secret...
I must say that, in a general sense, I can only applaud what he's trying to do.
That's very interesting. I invite you to give us more detailed information afterward.
The fight we're in is irregular, it's a hybrid, we can't do everything.
I think we're sacrificing operational capability for acquisition efficiency.
I think we're looking further downstream into the future, at emerging threats.
I find that logic to be suspect.
I think you framed the questions very well.
It's been a very helpful hearing, from the subcommittee's point of view.
I congratulate your parents on producing such an admirable son.
I would look forward to working with you to make sure that the balance between our law enforcement needs and our border ...
I hope, as you begin your review, that when you see areas particularly related to cyber security where you think the Dep...
Let me ask you to bring all that and all your experience to bear on the current H1N1 flu crisis.
As Senator Bingaman said in introducing you, you have served in a number of positions directly relevant to national prep...
I hope to do the same with you.
I think the quality of the nominees has really been very high, and that is certainly true of these two.
I want to thank you, Mr. Manning, as we consider your nomination to be Deputy Administrator for FEMA in charge of Nation...
