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LSparkle

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2. Panetta has amazing CV

Reply to Ilsa (Reply #1)

Sun Apr 12, 2026, 03:01 PM

8 hrs ago

Last edited Sun Apr 12, 2026, 09:43 PM - Edit history (1)

Hasn’t he held more top-level Cabinet positions than any other Dem? Defense comes to mind and also CIA director — I think I’m missing some others. A good man and the embodiment of gravitas. Glad we have his expertise and judgment during these complicated times.

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LP was interviewed on a podcast (The Oath) by Chuck Rosenberg Ilsa 9 hrs ago #1

Panetta has amazing CV LSparkle 8 hrs ago #2

Sec Panetta served our country well in many jobs over the years...nt Wounded Bear 6 hrs ago #3

Brilliant man BaronChocula 6 hrs ago #4