Susan Collins actually said...

"I have long advocated for a mechanism for measuring our progress in Afghanistan."

"We forgot that lesson of history that only the nations with powerful navies are able to exert power and influence, and when a navy disappears so does that nation's power."

"I hope you will look at that as an area where you could achieve savings for the Army by having more work directed to that unit which provides high-quality, low-cost work for the Army."

"I was pleased to hear you endorse an increase in the size of the Army, which is the ultimate answer."