John McCain actually said...

"Secretary Gates, do you believe that the defense intelligence enterprise has devoted sufficient resources to understanding and countering the threat from homegrown violent Islamic extremists like Hasa..."

"This is, of course, deeply unsettling, but it is also an unprecedented opportunity to support the people of the Middle East in shaping a new regional order."

"Our commitment there is transitioning from a military to a civilian-led effort."

"Senator McCain. Secretary Gates, is there an opportunity to make public the specific requests by Members of Congress made to representatives of DOD on issues related to contracts, acquisitions, and fi..."