"Reductions in defense spending must be responsible and cannot come at the expense of our military readiness."
"The small investment we make--historically, just one percent of our budget--is critical in preventing the need for military interventions across the globe."
"We should do all that is within our power to make sure the transition from servicemember to veteran and civilian is seamless."
"I think that's a very important strategy--for us to pursue energy, lessening the energy usage in DOD."
"I represent the 2nd Congressional District in Hawaii which as we have seen through the last couple of launches, experts have testified that Hawaii along with some of our northwestern states are within..."
"I could not agree with you more that we need to continue to make the investments in energy security."
"Thank you for your quick action in changing the UCMJ regarding the convening authority's right to overturn decisions."
"Again, I note in your testimony the challenge that you're facing... to process and analyze all the data..."
"Would you say that one of the areas that we need to continue to focus on is the Futenma situation in Okinawa?"
"I hope that means that you will continue to support the efforts to modernize that shipyard so that they can conduct the kind of highly technical work that they do there."
"I would welcome your thoughts on the facility as we go forward in these economically constrained times."
"I know that this committee has had numerous hearings on how we can facilitate and ensure that movement of marines happens in a way that is of benefit to both of our countries, not to mention what we n..."
"I completely support the President's declared shift to the Pacific."
"If we seek to influence events, we must listen to partner concerns and continue to demonstrate our support through tangible actions."
"I share your view, Mr. Chairman, that greater transparency in health insurance policies is needed for consumers to better make choices."
"It is obviously an issue of concern for us as we look forward to kind of keeping a close eye on this as it develops."
"Please do hear the resolve from my colleagues talking about robust action, not rhetoric..."
"I have met with some of the folks on the ground there who, as all of us are concerned about continued shortages in manpower and labor."
