CALIFORNIA - Goodevening, JACL.  It’s an honor to havebeen asked to speak to you on this commemoration marking the end of World WarII.  It’s with deep regret that I’m notable to share my thoughts with you in person. But I send this message to let you know how important groups like the...

ChairmanMcCain, Senator Reed, and distinguished members, it’s my honor to appear onceagain before this committee. I am pleased to be here with Assistant SecretaryShear to discuss the Asia Pacific Maritime Security Strategy.  TheUnited States is a maritime nation and the importance of Asia-Pacific...

Thankyou General (Lori) Robinson, for that motivating introduction.  It’s wonderful to see you tonight.  I'd be honored to be your wingman, anytimeand anyplace. Andto all you Airmen out there, happy birthday!  It’sgreat to be here with you, honoring the most technologically advanced andprofessional...