Kent Conrad actually said...
I think that's very important for the people that we represent here, that they understand, yes, we've made progress, in some ways very dramatic progress, especially against al-Qa'ida, but that significant threats remain and that we've got to continue to be vigilant, which means we've got to continue to put resources to these issues.
Context
Emphasizes the need for vigilance and resources despite progress against al-Qa'ida.
01/30/2012