03/16/2011
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"It is in our national security interest, particularly with respect to Iran, that we have a government in Iraq that is independent of Iran."
"I think it's very important that we not put political considerations ahead of making sure that these individuals don't get back in theater to further harm us."
"Secretary Stanley, how will the efficiencies initiatives decrease the number of the SES positions in DOD?"
"Secretary Stanley, to what degree does OSD oversee the quantity and use of SES positions by the Services?"