01/31/2017
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"The sequester, which many think is a 1-year deal, is not. It is in the law for 10 years."
"Aegis is part of the long-term strategy, I presume?"
"Would a continuation of the sequester for 1, 2, 3, or 4 more years compromise, significantly compromise, your ability through this program to defend the Homeland?"
"Aegis is a big part of our regional defense posture today in Europe and over near Japan."