"97 percent of our prisoners do get released into the community, so we really need to pay attention to what is happening with them."
"I am especially concerned about reports that women are confined in solitary for reporting abuse, including sexual abuse, by the Bureau of Prisons staff."
"My best to you in achieving the balance and meeting the needs of the marines."
"Sequestration in 2016 is an issue that we're going to need to deal with in a sensible way."
"There is growing concern among U.S. allies and partners that the United States will be unable to follow through on its commitment to the rebalance due to declining defense budgets and continuing secur..."
"I think the sense is that 63 cents of every dollar going to personnel costs is not necessarily the kind of balance that you would want to have in order to make sure that your readiness needs are met."
"I think the prevention aspect is one where I would really like to see more specific kinds of programs."
"cybersecurity plays a vital role in the security of our Nation."
"I think the sequester has an effect on that."
"A strong trilateral relationship can be an important deterrent against regional threats such as those posed by North Korea."
"I believe that closer ties between the People's Republic of China and Taiwan are a positive development."