John Warner: “The surge has demonstrated absolutely superb dedication and sacrifice on their part.”

I think that's a really significant answer since the question of readiness clearly one of the most strategically important issues you have to deal with.

You're a man of courage and you take on the tough jobs in that Congress and do the very best you can to achieve working relationships.

I'm hopeful someday Congress will pass a, one of those words, comprehensive bill on a whole range of energy directives because our country is waiting desperately for it.

It is a moving experience for me to reenter this room. I served on this committee for 30 years.