Donald H. Rumsfeld: “I just can't imagine someone looking at the United States Armed Forces…”

On the recordJanuary 24, 2006

I just can't imagine someone looking at the United States Armed Forces today and suggesting that they're close to breaking. That's just not the case.

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Rumsfeld dismisses concerns about the military's readiness and strength.

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Donald H. Rumsfeld: “I just can't imagine someone looking at the United States Armed Forces today and suggesting that they're close to…”