07/15/2009
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"Whatever the case, our veterans deserve the best of us; the best of us is to pass a bill that we can agree on."
"My goal, as Chairman of the Committee, is to find a positive resolution no matter what problem I confront."
"You are all good guys. You have got good solutions on both sides. You all see if you cannot work it out."
"I think your role can be essential because the State Department and the soft power of our country is still the biggest strength we have got if we have a strong military backing."