Richard Blumenthal actually said...

And that could be in the course of the individual soldier's entire service? Or over what period of time?

26 percent in 2011 to 2013, 24 percent?

how will DOD coordinate with VA and what will be the priorities as we continue the expected reductions in end strength?

There may be nothing in this deal that changes the configuration locally, but it increases the bargaining power on one side.