John McCain actually said...

"Because of perceptions, because of the reactions to neighbors, and to parts of the continent where the headquarters might not be located."

"I strongly suggest you read that, General. It might be illuminating for you."

"General Ward, with personnel primarily located in Germany and Djibouti, are you comfortable with AFRICOM's ability to execute a noncombatant evacuation operation anywhere on the continent?"

"Admiral Stavridis, regarding the review of NATO's Strategic Concept, to what degree will Army BCTs in Europe support NATO missions?"