I would like to associate myself with the comments of Senator Kaine and Senator McCain about the impact of sequestration, in particular the impacts on readiness.

I agree with your statement that there doesn't seem to be all that many similarities between Latin American culture and Persian culture.

There's a Breaking News Alert from the Associated Press, General Austin, that Egypt and Saudi Arabia have begun a ground incursion into Yemen.

Do you believe Yemen is a success story today?

So, by 'pull back,' do we mean there are still Shiite militias, like the Badr organization or even Iranian forces from Quds Force, in the vicinity of Tikrit?

If the United States proceeds with the sequestration cuts to our defense budget, would you expect to see Russian influence and activity in the western hemisphere continue to grow or decrease?

Do we know the whereabouts of Qasem Suleimani?

There is no substitute for an Army, but there is also certainly no substitute for a Navy and Marine Corps that is constantly on watch all around the globe.

Calendars work for our adversaries more than they work for us.

I would encourage you... to speak out, using your best professional military judgment.

It is critical to make sure they don't.

I know you know the risks that we face from leaving Afghanistan too early.