Howard P. McKeon: “I am concerned that the scope of negotiations with Iran over its nuclear program was flawed from the outset.”

As a Californian, I have long understood the importance of the Asia-Pacific region to trade and our economic well-being, and that security underpins progress in the region.

I applauded the President's decision to take out Osama bin Laden. However, this tactical success did not end what former CENTCOM Commander General John Abizaid called the long war against Al Qaeda.

Unfortunately, the largest threat to our naval forces is one of our own making.

The QDR is meant to be a useful tool for Congress to understand the longer-term strategic challenges and opportunities facing the Department.