We need strong relationships and a strong military, but a whole-of-government approach in a coherent strategy is essential.

It is only through strong partnerships, international rule of law, and strength that we can deter aggressive and autocratic behavior that threatens our homeland and many citizens of the world.

Pivoting inward is not an option.

We believe very strongly that Congress needs to come forward and lead a national debate on these issues.

We are the indispensable nation, and it would be terrible to pretend otherwise.

How would you propose we should counter North Korean and Chinese aggression in the Pacific region?

I stated in my opening statement about the FY 2017 NDAA passed in December included $9.5 million to enhance the dry-docking capabilities in the Western Pacific.

We cannot build our way out of this problem, that is, its costly and unsustainable proportion.

You definitely are putting Guam on the map.

I am pleased that the FY 2017 defense appropriations bill... included $9.5 million to enhance dry-docking capabilities in the Western Pacific.

Although it will take longer than a couple of years, I am encouraged that the Navy intends to commit itself with the FY 2017 appropriations and presumably the FY 2018 budget to focus on fixing and then stabilizing readiness, especially…