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United States Secretary of Defense

Chuck Hagel, former United States Secretary of Defense, was born on October 4, 1946. He has extensive experience in politics and the military, serving as a member of Congress and a Senator. During his tenure as Defense Secretary, Hagel worked to reform U.S. defense policy and played a significant role in international affairs.

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“The president of the United States is the commander in chief, and the people who work with him at the National Security Council are his arm in working with the Defense Department. And, quite frankly, they have responsibility for all of the government. We are one component of the government.”

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“The United Nations has a critical role to play in promoting stability, security, democracy, human rights, and economic development. The UN is as relevant today as at any time in its history, but it needs reform.”

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“Foreign policy will require a strategic agility that, whenever possible, gets ahead of problems, strengthens U.S. security and alliances, and promotes American interests and credibility.”

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“Well, let's go back to the original intent of Social Security. It is an insurance contract.”

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“The Israeli people must be free to live in peace and security.”

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Book:America: our next chapter : tough questions, straight answers

Source: America: our next chapter : tough questions, straight answers

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Born: October 4, 1946
Known for: United States Secretary of Defense
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