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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

U.S. Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates listens to a question from an Air Combat Command airman on Langley Air Force Base, Va., June 9, 2008. Gates reassured the airmen that they are part of the premier air force in the world, and discussed the recent resignations of top Air Force officials.

AIRMAN'S QUESTION

U.S. Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates listens to a question from an Air Combat Command airman on Langley Air Force Base, Va., June 9, 2008. Gates reassured the airmen that they are part of the premier air force in the world, and discussed the recent resignations of top Air Force officials.

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