By volunteering to put their lives on the line for this country, they are entitled to the best training, equipment, and leadership our Nation can provide.
Leon Panetta: “By volunteering to put their lives on the line for this country, they are entitled to the best training, equipment, and…”
On the recordOctober 12, 2011
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Panetta emphasizes the rights of troops to quality support and resources.
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