Jan 23, 2007
I am concerned about consolidation trends which have had an adverse impact on competition opportunities for the DOD.
Susan Collins
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Susan Margaret Collins is a United States Senator from Maine, serving since January 7, 1997. A member of the Republican Party, Collins is known for her moderate stance on various issues, often working across party lines. Throughout her tenure, she has focused on a range of topics including healthcare, national security, and economic policy. Collins has been recognized for her independent approach to governance, often emphasizing the importance of bipartisanship in her legislative efforts.
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Jan 23, 2007
Yes, absolutely--the Army Guard and Reserve will receive the exact same education and training as the Active Force.
Jan 23, 2007
the National Guard and Reserves are no longer Strategic Reserves but are instead now Operational Reserves.
Jan 23, 2007
I hope to increase awareness and improve care for TBI, PTSD, and other psychological effects of war.
Jan 23, 2007
You have said many times that you do not want to send one more American soldier to Iraq than is necessary to perform the mission.
Jan 23, 2007
I was pleased for your assurances that this is a high priority for you and that you have already in fact issued a directive to ensure that the troops do not go if they are not equipped.
Jan 23, 2007
I think it is simply wrong for us to send troops into harm's way without fully equipping them.
Jan 23, 2007
Should we also be looking at improving the benefits for National Guard and reservists?
Jan 23, 2007
Just last week former Secretary of Defense William Perry testified before this committee that the agreement with our citizen-soldiers had been shattered.
Jan 23, 2007
I want to follow up on the line of questioning that some of our members have already raised with you.
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