Angus King actually said...

"I think it's going to be important for me, if confirmed, to keep pressure on not only defense investment, but to keep pressure on our ability to train together and keep the standard of excellence high..."

"execution is as important as vision. This is really how it is executed on the street with these guys, men and women, as they leave."

"Changing the subject slightly, what is your assessment of our logistical readiness for the drawdown in Afghanistan?"

"I think this current uncertainty and, as you said, chaos does threaten our national security."