Adam Smith actually said...

"I agree with Secretary Panetta's description of sequestration as a 'disaster in terms of the Defense Department.'"

"It is clear that, so far, sequestration has failed to motivate Congress to adopt sound fiscal policy."

"We get attacked when we show weakness. And as we cut our readiness, that around the world shows weakness."

"None of you in uniform have ever made the decision to go to war. That is always done by civilians."