Robert Gates actually said...

I promise you that as long as I remain in this post I will focus on creating a unified defense strategy that determines our budget priorities.

Gates emphasizes commitment to a unified defense strategy and budget priorities.

01/26/2009

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I think [the thing] people need to remember is that providing for the common defense is an unambiguous Federal responsibility.

don't ask, don't tell will be in effect until 60 days after the government says the military is ready to implement the repeal of it.

Those fighting to recover deserve respect for their sacrifice.

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