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Leon Panetta: I consider leaking--particularly where it involves secrets that are important to this country--treasonous.

On the recordFebruary 4, 2009
I consider leaking--particularly where it involves secrets that are important to this country--treasonous.
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Leon Panetta
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Panetta emphasizes the seriousness of leaking sensitive information.

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