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Ken Calvert: I also believe that reducing civilian end strength at the Pentagon is vital to addressing some of the funding concerns.

On the recordFebruary 25, 2015
I also believe that reducing civilian end strength at the Pentagon is vital to addressing some of the funding concerns.
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Ken Calvert
Republican · California

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Calvert argues for reducing civilian staff to save costs in the Pentagon.

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