Robert Gates
Robert Gates is a prominent American public official who served as the U.S. Secretary of Defense under both President George W. Bush and President Barack Obama. With a career spanning over four decades in government and academia, he has been influential in shaping U.S. defense policy, notably during the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Gates is recognized for his pragmatic approach and efforts to improve military readiness and strategic partnerships with allied nations.
Born on Sep 25, 1943 (81 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| United States | 2 | 5.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 331,002,651 | 146,332 | $21,000,000 | 9,284$ |
| Totals | 2 | 331,002,651 | 146,332 | $21,000,000 | 9,284$ |
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Recent Mentions
United States:
Former Defense Secretary Robert Gates was honored at an event where Kim Delaney had to be escorted offstage.
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United States:
Delaney was escorted from the stage in 2011 after she delivered an incoherent and rambling speech during an event honoring former Defense Secretary Robert Gates.
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Israel:
Robert Gates was mentioned in the context of U.S. military strategy in Yemen.
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Argentina:
Robert Gates was the Secretary of Defense during the administration of George W. Bush.
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Hungary:
Robert Gates responded to Putin's speech by stating that one Cold War was enough.
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Hungary:
Robert Gates responded to Putin's speech by stating that one Cold War was enough.
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Guatemala:
Robert Gates served as the U.S. Secretary of Defense from 2006 to 2011 and was appointed by President Bush and confirmed by President Obama.
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Australia:
Gates is cited for his warning about the US's diminishing willingness to support allies.
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