02/14/2011
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"I've been a supporter of previous bipartisan efforts to reduce our nuclear weapons in step with the Russian Government."
"Given the many years of neglect, the weapons complex is in dire need of investment in both its intellectual and physical infrastructure."
"If ratification of the New START treaty is to serve rather than undermine our national security, we need adequate resources and a consistent long-term commitment to modernize the weapons complex."
"I am pleased with the commitment to increased funding, as I know you are."