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Defense Secretary nominee, CIA Director Leon Panetta, testifies on Capitol Hill in Washington, Thursday, June 9, 2011, before the Senate Armed Service Committee hearing on his nomination.
Monday, Oct. 03, 2011

Open quoteBut the question you have to ask: Is it enough to maintain a military edge if you're isolating yourself in the diplomatic arena? Close quote

  • Defense Secretary LEON PANETTA,
  • warning that Israel has to find ways to communicate with other Middle East nations if it wants to enjoy peace and stability
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