I intend to take a hard look at DOD programs, their justification, what they cost, and whether they are achieving their stated goals.

would you support a pilot program to evaluate whether graduates of nontraditional, online public schools perform as well as graduates of traditional high schools?

Every year Congress authorizes modernization and construction of new facilities intended to improve the quality of military life.

despite ongoing combat operations and concern about dwell time, it appears that budgetary pressures are going to force reductions in the number of Active Duty military personnel

what is your view of the appropriate role of the National Guard?

We must guarantee that the All-Volunteer model continues to produce the world's best military.

How can the Army achieve a 1:2 dwell ratio with these kinds of cuts?

We need to do this in a way that does not unfairly impact military benefits for a force that has served us so well.

do you agree that providing access to a quality education for our kids is a readiness requirement for the All-Volunteer Force?

What problems do you anticipate on ships and in the field when the repeal takes effect?

At this time, I am firmly of the opinion that we do not need new legislation.

97 percent of Air Force Specialty Codes (AFSCs) are open to women.

Secretary Lamont and General Bostick, at one time we heard the monthly OHA needed to finance this program would exceed $4,000 a month paid as rent, not including utilities.

One sexual assault is one too many.

First lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden announced the Joining Forces initiative.

Our overall efforts to develop and maintain a healthy Force are effective.

training for Repeal Day is currently underway in each of your Services that will pave the way for gay and lesbian individuals to serve openly in the Armed Forces.

predatory lending was a big problem in the Services 6 or 7 years ago.