Chuck Hagel actually said...

Even as we deal with difficult budget decisions, I will never break America's commitment to our troops, our veterans, and our military famil...

I will continue this rebalancing even as we continue to work closely--closely--with our long-time allies of the North Atlantic Treaty Organi...

We will not hesitate to use the full force of the U.S. military in defense of our security.

I will always do my best for our Nation and for the men and women and their families.