Bob Barr: “It seems as if every day we are reading or hearing a new story about the difficulty our military forces are having…”

“It seems as if every day we are reading or hearing a new story about the difficulty our military forces are having recruiting and retaining top-notch personnel. Our military is being stretched thinner and thinner by missions of some dubious value around the world, and we are paying the price with the loss of key personnel and lower retention. I am pleased today to announce that at least one program in Georgia's 7th District is taking steps to reverse this trend. That program is the Air Force Junior ROTC Program at Rome High School. The Air Force Junior ROTC Program at Rome High School official is only 4 years old, yet it is already having a major positive impact. It offers students a variety of challenges and learning experiences in airplanes and on flight simulators as well as in classrooms that help prepare them for a career in military aviation. Additionally, it helps teach students the kind of work ethic and values that will enable them to succeed as leaders no matter where their future takes them. This program and programs like it deserve our support. I am proud to honor today the Rome High School Junior ROTC Program.”