On the recordJanuary 23, 2007
Give me your assurance that you will not jettison the proposal to increase Army end strength in pursuit of funds to pay for other pressing needs.
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congress.govGive me your assurance that you will not jettison the proposal to increase Army end strength in pursuit of funds to pay for other pressing needs.
Senator Dole emphasizes the need to increase Army end strength.
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