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On the recordJanuary 30, 2013
It is vitally important that they be ready to respond to the Nation's needs, and I am concerned that further budget cuts will negatively affect readiness.
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Chuck Hagel
Republican · Nebraska

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Hagel emphasizes the importance of military readiness in light of budget cuts.

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