10/14/2009
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"I think the quality of the nominees has really been very high, and that is certainly true of these two."
"My basic feeling is that this country, because of its global responsibilities, does need a credible capability to hold targets at risk anywhere on the globe."
"I hope to do the same with you."
"As Senator Bingaman said in introducing you, you have served in a number of positions directly relevant to national preparedness."