Rob Portman actually said...

"Clearly, the interoperability of our NATO allies and some of our partners who are not allies is very important, because it allows us to quickly assimilate the combat power we might need in a tough pla..."

"I think NATO needs to be described better, too. I mean, do you think countries in NATO ought to contribute more to the mutual defense of all of us?"

"I think they do need to contribute more, a better percentage of their GDP. And I think we should not hesitate to ask for that and even insist on that."

"Does that not send a terrible signal to our allies and our adversaries alike, that the United States does not stand by the reasons we put these sanctions in place?"