Richard Blumenthal actually said...

To put it more directly, you don't see any reduction either in quality or number of men and women who want to serve?

Those planes, the fifth generation fighters, are necessary to the Marine Corps' readiness and preparedness, are they not?

Certainly, I think many of us on the subcommittee share the views that have been expressed by Senator McCain about the difficulties in reach...

I think a number of us here who have sons who have served or are serving currently would join us in thanking you for your leadership.