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If confirmed, I will consider what additional steps could further strengthen our military relationship with Israel.

The United States is firm in its commitment to Taiwan's self-defense needs under the Taiwan Relations Act.

If confirmed, I will build on existing cooperation and ensure DOD continues to engage in regular consultations at high levels with Azerbaijani counterparts.

If I am confirmed, I look forward to working with you on this important issue that affects so many families.

If confirmed, I will work with DOD and congressional leaders to address this challenge.

Maintaining personnel critical technical skills will be an increasingly important challenge for DOD.

I understand that last year the President approved the Department's Strategic Guidance which provided priorities as well as force sizing direction.

As described in the 2012 Defense Strategic Guidance, the Department is rebalancing toward the Asia-Pacific while maintaining focus on the Middle-East.

I understand that the Department has embarked on a deliberate path to develop the technologies to weaponize Directed Energy.

I am committed to ensuring every servicemember receives the training, education, and credentials he or she needs to successfully transition to the civilian workforce.

In today's complex global environment, cyber threats pose an increasingly serious challenge to national security.

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) is vital to training the exceptional officers upon which our military relies, including in cyber skill sets.

I believe that the National Guard and Reserve are a tremendous resource of talent and of surge capacity for DOD.

If confirmed, I plan to fully support the Department's efforts to implement the U.S. Strategy to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence Globally and associated Executive Order.

I applaud... Secretary Panetta's decision to rescind the restriction on women in direct combat.

I will hold all commanders responsible for this issue.

Accountability is always the most important tool for leader evaluation.

The men and women who are serving their country face many challenges both on and off the battlefield. They should never have to fear the threat of sexual assault from a fellow soldier or superior.