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“In the end, no detainee in CIA custody revealed the facilitator/courier’s full true name or specific whereabouts. This information was discovered through other intelligence means.” CIA director Leon...
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“I was convinced in my capacity and I’m convinced in this capacity that we’re within reach of strategically defeating Al Qaeda.” Defense Secretary Leon Panetta Seriously? I hope so. I’d love to be able...
View ArticleAfghanistan Ending Sooner Rather Than Later
Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta announced today that American forces will withdraw from a major combat role and focus on advising and training a year ahead of the scheduled complete withdrawal date....
View ArticleJohn McCain’s Latest Nothingburger
Senator John McCain is engaging in a little bit of political grandstanding and posturing today by adding an amendment to the farm bill demanding a report from Leon Panetta on the potential harms that...
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The time has come for me to return to my wife Sylvia, our three sons, their families, our six grandchildren, and my walnut farm. Dealing with a different set of nuts. -Defense Secretary Leon Panetta on...
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“Who the hell needs armor-piercing bullets except you guys in battle? For the life of me, I don’t know why the hell people have to have assault weapons.” Defense Secretary Leon Panetta to soldiers at...
View ArticlePanetta Ends Ban on Women in Combat
From the Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Senior defense officials say Pentagon chief Leon Panetta is removing the military’s ban on women serving in combat, opening hundreds of thousands of...
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