Mike McIntyre: “We do have our concern about China's action in the South and East China Seas and the ramification that has for several…”

I worry that, absent a calculated adjustment by the Department of Defense, this modernization effort could undermine the military balance and call into question our alliance commitments.

We know that our submarines are clearly at the forefront and clearly have the most mobility to do what needs to be done quickly, accurately and responsibly.

To maintain American dominance of the oceans we must invest in a Navy that is of the right size and capability.

I refuse to accept this premise and will work to provide a fleet that has sufficient funds for maintenance and modernization and is sized to support our national commitments and ideals.