Leon Panetta actually said...

sequestration would be totally irresponsible. It would devastate our national defense, it would weaken this country.

A strong national security cannot be just dependent on our military power and our military weaponry and our military men and women.

I have a deep appreciation for the very important role that is played by this committee in trying to achieve fiscal discipline.

a choice between fiscal discipline and a strong national defense is a false choice.