"I hope that you and General McChrystal will look seriously at the concerns he raises about the rules of engagement."
"ballistic missiles in the hands of rogue states or non-state actors present a serious security threat to this country."
"Afghanistan stands at a crossroads, and that the progress achieved over the previous 6 years was threatened by resurgent Taliban violence."
"We need to treat it that way."
"How will Russia's transformation factor into the upcoming QDR?"
"Militarily, I think in many ways NATO is already embracing the counterinsurgency (COIN) strategy."
"I hope you will look at that as an area where you could achieve savings for the Army by having more work directed to that unit which provides high-quality, low-cost work for the Army."
"I am concerned about press reports that indicate that the Pentagon has been given an assumption of a zero real growth in the budget for next fiscal year."
"I urge the members of this committee to report his nomination favorably for swift consideration by the full Senate."
"The oversight of these funds should remain with DOD."
"I have long advocated for a mechanism for measuring our progress in Afghanistan."
"I was pleased to hear you endorse an increase in the size of the Army, which is the ultimate answer."
"Admiral Stavridis, I invite your comments on whether a cooperative U.S.-Russian missile defense program could possibly change the overall dynamic in the region."
"an appalling gap in our Nation's ability to respond to the use of a weapon of mass destruction on our soil."
"It is certainly appropriate for there to be a review of all programs to determine their necessity, to eliminate wasteful or nonperforming programs, but that should be an ongoing process that is differ..."
"I appreciated the opportunity to discuss with you the impressive contributions that the State of Maine has made to our Navy."
"Despite economic recessions, both China and Russia are increasing defense spending in an effort to modernize and transform their militaries."
"The department must pick up the pace of its progress."
