Joe Courtney actually said...

"Thank you, Mr. Chairman and Mr. Wittman, for holding today's hearing on Navy force structure and readiness."

"the consequences of years of high operational tempo experienced by a smaller fleet."

"the Navy now faces readiness concerns with its submarine force as well."

"the ripple effect in terms of the value to people who wore the uniform of this country is, you know, far excess in terms of whatever small investment the taxpayer makes."