Leon Panetta actually said...

Appropriate levels of cooperation with Russia on missile defense would send a powerful signal to regional actors, such as Iran.

Panetta discusses the strategic importance of U.S.-Russia missile defense cooperation.

02/14/2011

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Our support to Israel is unshakable and we have reflected that, frankly, in our budget request.

it is totally irresponsible for the congress to allow a sequester to take place that will weaken our defense system

I remain hopeful that you will do the right thing with regards to sequester.

sequestration is unacceptable.