Robert Gates in Afghanistan
Lynsey Addario / VII Network for TIME
Mr. Secretary
Defense Secretary Robert Gates, 66, has served six American Presidents. Though he is a lifelong Republican, he holds one of the most influential positions in the Obama cabinet.
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