Ash Carter
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Ashton B. Carter is a prominent figure in American politics, known for his service as the 25th United States Secretary of Defense from 2015 to 2017 under President Barack Obama. A member of the Democratic Party, Carter has had a distinguished career in public service and academia, focusing on national security and defense policy. He has also held various positions within the Department of Defense and has been involved in significant defense initiatives and reforms during his tenure. Carter is recognized for his expertise in technology and its implications for military strategy.
Mar 17, 2015
Well, every day that the White House dithers about this, more equipment is pouring in for what I presume is going to be a renewed offensive at some point.
Mar 17, 2015
Removal of these restrictions will allow us to move forward on this essential component of the rebalance to the Asia-Pacific region.
Mar 17, 2015
But it is a complicated decision that involves other kinds of assistance that we are giving.
Mar 17, 2015
I am concerned that this has tremendous detrimental effects, encouraging Putin's aggression, and discouraging countries from being friends of the United States.
Mar 17, 2015
In the end, that is going to be the key to keeping what we all want, which is an independent Ukraine that can find its own way, and isn't pushed around by the Russians.
Mar 17, 2015
I have been arguing for a peace-through-strength approach that really puts reliance on agility, strategic maneuver, and particularly the restoration of the global response force capability.
Mar 10, 2015
Iraq will be stable and secure only when it has a stable and inclusive government that addresses the needs of Iraq's diverse society.
Mar 10, 2015
I believe the President's proposed AUMF does both. And I urge this Congress to pass it.
Mar 10, 2015
To me, this is a sensible and principled provision of the AUMF, even though I cannot assure that the counter-ISIL campaign will be completed in 3 years.
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