02/13/2012
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"Last week, Secretary Gates labeled the situation as a 'serious problem' and signaled a willingness to provide increased assistance."
"For too long we have viewed Pakistan as important because of our goals in Afghanistan. Yet Pakistan is not simply important because of Afghanistan; Pakistan is important because of Pakistan."
"We will need to be cautious as we withdraw troops so as not to jeopardize these achievements."
"Do you share in the Secretary's concern?"