Susan Collins actually said...

You have ably described what an important role this is, as well as the impressive background of Mr. Morton.

Collins praises the importance of the role and Mr. Morton's qualifications.

04/21/2009

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You mentioned you are concerned about the readiness of the fleet, a concern that I share.

I look forward to the Navy heeding the direction from Congress.

the budget appears to continue President Obama's 30-year shipbuilding plan and does not seem to reflect the latest assessment by the Navy.

If you read the Navy study, there is a sense of urgency. It says we need a more powerful fleet in the 2020's, not the 2040's.