Leon Panetta actually said...

make every effort to maintain an adequate industrial base and our investment in science and technology (S&T)

Panetta emphasizes DOD's commitment to industrial base and S&T investment despite budget cuts.

02/13/2012

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Protecting our military forces from radiation exposure is one of the Department's highest priorities.

Yes, this is still DOD's position.

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I agree with the law, yes.