02/28/2011
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"I believe they are, yes."
"Commanders are best-positioned to understand the impact of an offense on readiness and morale."
"I think it is extremely important because I do know that there are millions of people in our country today that are obviously suffering and in chronic pain."
"If confirmed, I will seek continued coalition support to implement a transition strategy with the objective of mitigating the economic impacts of the military drawdown and the gradual reduction of int..."