Leon Panetta actually said...

I strongly believe that the CIA needs a Director who will take the reins of the Agency and provide the supervision and oversight that this agency, which operates in a clandestine world of its own, must have.

Context

Panetta emphasizes the need for strong leadership and oversight at the CIA.

02/04/2009

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