We need to get better at launching ideas." The challenge is convincing the people in member countries, particularly in Western Europe, that what NATO does is important for their future.

VOA: standard.2010.06.11

"You know, we're seeing a bit of a change in tide as things get better, but we certainly felt it for a little bit, but as we're all doing, we're tightening the belts and working harder to find those other dollars."

VOA: standard.2010.02.21