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Richard Burr

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Richard Burr is an American politician serving as the senior United States senator from North Carolina since 2005. A member of the Republican Party, Burr has focused on issues such as veterans' health care and the relationship between the Department of Veterans Affairs and academic institutions. Throughout his tenure, he has been involved in various legislative efforts aimed at improving services for veterans and enhancing the efficiency of government programs.

Apr 28, 2009

the current situation has left many military spouses feeling they are perceived as excess baggage.

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Apr 28, 2009

We have made a long-term strategic blunder if we do that.

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Apr 21, 2009

I do want to thank our witnesses for not only being here today, but for their dedication and, more importantly, their service to their country.

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Apr 21, 2009

Let me express how I look forward to working with you on this subcommittee and on the Armed Services Committee.

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Apr 21, 2009

Do you see the MRAP as significant a piece of equipment for use in Afghanistan as it was used in Iraq, given the difference in terrains between the two?

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Apr 21, 2009

The practice of stop-loss, or involuntarily keeping soldiers on Active Duty beyond the end of their obligated active service, would come to an end by March 2011.

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Apr 21, 2009

What impact will the increase in the end strength of the Army have on dwell time?

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Apr 21, 2009

In your opinion, will the Army's share of a residual force of 35,000-50,000 in Iraq continue to be a significant strain on the Army's ability to restore their balance?

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Apr 21, 2009

The challenge continues to be complicated by changing circumstances and increased demand on the force.

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Apr 21, 2009

can you assess the impact to Army and Marine Corps operations in Iraq and Afghanistan if you were prohibited from using service support contracts such as the Army's Logistics Civil Augmentation Program (LOGCAP)?

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Apr 21, 2009

General Chiarelli, how are you measuring your success?

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