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Defense Secretary Leon E. Panetta steps off his plane as he arrives in Louisville, Ky., March 1, 2012. Panetta will deliver remarks on leadership and public service to the University of Louisville's Brown and Williamson Club.

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Defense Secretary Leon E. Panetta steps off his plane as he arrives in Louisville, Ky., March 1, 2012. Panetta will deliver remarks on leadership and public service to the University of Louisville's Brown and Williamson Club.

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