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24 Jan, 2013

DOD clears path for women in combat

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In a joint press conference and signing ceremony, Secretary Panetta and Gen. Dempsey announce the decision to rescind the ban on women serving in direct combat roles. The Secretary directs the process to be completed by Jan 1, 2016.

Today we are acting to expand the opportunities for women to serve in the United States armed forces and to better align our policies with the experiences we have had over the past decade of war. Ultimately, we’re acting to strengthen the joint force.

7 Oct, 2014

Worthy Fights

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Leon Panetta Worthy FightsIn his memoir Panetta writes critically about the White House Administration, including President Obama, Clinton, Timothy Geithner, and the Iraq war.

Those on our side viewed the White House as so eager to rid itself of Iraq that it was willing to withdraw rather than lock in arrangements that would preserve our influence and interests.