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U.S. Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates speaks to Air Mobility Command airmen on Scott Air Force Base, Ill., June 10, 2008. Gates is reassuring the airmen that they are part of the premier Air Force in the world and discussing the recent resignations of top Air Force officials.

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U.S. Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates speaks to Air Mobility Command airmen on Scott Air Force Base, Ill., June 10, 2008. Gates is reassuring the airmen that they are part of the premier Air Force in the world and discussing the recent resignations of top Air Force officials.

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