Mike McIntyre: “rural America are just as much taxpaying citizens as those in urban and suburban America and should not be left behind.”

The Air Force has waited too long, unfortunately, for a replacement for the KC-135, when we think about it being an aircraft with an average age of nearly 50 years.

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.

Indeed, we know that justice delayed is justice denied.

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.