John McCain actually said...

"If we do not address the problem of sequestration, we will severely limit the range of available military options to address these threats and protect our national interests."

"If we do not have the resources to train and equip the force, our soldiers, our young men and women, are the ones who will pay the price, potentially with their lives."

"That is our second top priority item I think for this committee in the coming session."

"I have come to one conclusion already and that is, in the whole process, it requires your input in a much more meaningful fashion."