11/14/2011
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"I think that succeeding in Afghanistan requires partnership built upon the strong relationships that we have with the Afghan Government, national security forces, and above all the local populace."
"Recently, Senators Burr, Bill Nelson, LeMieux, and I sent a letter to Secretary of the Navy Raymond Mabus urging the Navy to fully fund the mortality study."
"Thank each and every one of you for your comments, and I look forward to working closely with you."
"In our meeting with President Karzai last week, he emphasized the importance of defining the mission in Afghanistan and to work with Pakistan on the other side of the border."