On the recordMay 27, 2010
I want to thank the chairman, who is one of the giants on behalf of national security, military defense, quality of life for our troops... Democrats in Congress have worked closely with President Obama to fight our enemies, promote our interests, and support our troops and their families, compiling a record of securing our Nation in stronger and smarter ways. We have strengthened America's military by putting new and better weapons into the battlefield, like more aerial drones. We have killed or captured much of the top leadership of al Qaeda and the Taliban. And for the first time, there is a clear plan for a way forward in Afghanistan, which, frankly, was neglected for years under the previous administration. Democrats, often in the face of Republican opposition, have increased funding for human intelligence collection, cybersecurity, and security for our skies, our ports, and our borders. All of this was necessary and appropriate. We are looking out for our troops, our veterans, and our families.
