One of the principal qualities that you need as national security adviser is trust, the trust of the president. And that depends on truth and it depends on honesty.
Leon PanettaRising sea levels, severe draughts, the melting of the polar caps, the more frequent and devastating natural disasters all raise demand for humanitarian assistance and disaster relief.
Leon PanettaI have tremendous confidence in the ability of government institutions and the American people to do what is right to make sure that our democracy stays on the right track.
Leon PanettaSexual assault has no place in the military. It is a violation of everything that the US military stands for.
Leon Panetta