You have my strong commitment.

Absolutely, I've made that very clear.

I think that's all negotiable.

It's part of what's been talked about and defined in, as I said, the 2006 Quartet Principles and U.N. resolutions.

I think that gives the world some indication of how Russia, China, the United States, and essentially all nations of the world view the threat of a nuclear Iran.

I surely don't understand Iranian politics.

The Pentagon is adjusting, and I think responsibly, to our future based on the Budget Control Act of 2011.

The best way to weaken the Assad regime at this time is through political, diplomatic and economic pressure.

I agree with the administration's view, as stated in the 2010 NPR, that large disparities in nuclear capabilities on either the United States or the Russian side could raise concerns.

I would continue to prioritize our critical alliances and partnerships in the Asia-Pacific region.

Promoting and protecting the security of Afghan women and girls has been a priority of both the Defense and State Departments in Afghanistan.

I strongly support Secretary Panetta's decision to lift the ban on women serving in combat roles.

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

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

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

If confirmed, I will continue to explore ways to deepen our alliance cooperation with Japan and South Korea.

If confirmed, my goal would be to continue to invest in this critical relationship.

Industry is our partner in defending this Nation and I fully recognize the vital role it plays in our national security.