I certainly appreciate your speaking about the need to protect the defense industrial base, because if we go down the same path that our fine ally Great Britain has gone, their industrial base was allowed to atrophy, so they can no longer build aircraft and they're struggling to build ships.
Bond emphasizes the importance of maintaining the defense industrial base to avoid issues faced by allies.
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I would humbly suggest that you put more, not less, in the force structure for the Guard, which is a bargain for our military defense.
You'll also be responsible for recommending policies to promote economy, efficiency and effectiveness of the agency.
This pragmatic decision will help address larger fighter shortfalls in the Navy, save the taxpayer over $500 million.
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