04/27/2009
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"We're nowhere near the 50-plus that we would need for the steady state; is that correct?"
"Last week, in answer to questions, General James F. Amos, Commandant of the Marine Corps, and Admiral Jonathan W. Greenert, Chief of Naval Operations, testified they would need 50-plus amphibious ship..."
"This hearing is timely considering recent action at both ends of the Capitol."
"It is my hope that we will continue on that path."