07/21/2009
https://www.congress.gov...
"While I commend this track record, I am concerned about exactly when those new personnel are arriving into the unit."
"General Amos, what is the timeline for establishing these improved training facilities?"
"General Amos, how will the Marine Corps be able to meet these extensive and costly war-related funding needs within the normal DOD budget which is only projected to grow about 4 percent in fiscal year..."
"a vital component of maintaining the readiness of our Armed Forces is ensuring our men and women in uniform are provided the best equipment available."