Roger Wicker actually said...

"Please break down the data by injuries that occur during Hell Week and those that occur during other phases of BUD/S training."

"I believe this story, which is tragic in its own right, and is indicative of a greater problem with the system we have in place to take care of special operators when it is time for them to leave the ..."

"How can we as a Nation better prepare these men and women to enjoy the rewarding post-military lives they so richly deserve?"

"The effects of the financial crisis and the declining share of resources devoted to defense in many allied countries have resulted in an overreliance on a few countries, especially the United States."