04/21/2009
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"the increase in ground forces in Afghanistan announced last month by President Obama falls heavily on the Marine Corps."
"do you foresee any risk or the possibility of an inability of the Army to provide adequate body armor to deploying forces?"
"much attention has been given to the current readiness of our combat units."
"General Chiarelli, can you describe what steps the Army is taking to address this shortfall through the Captain's Incentive Program, as well as any other relevant efforts?"