Kelly Ayotte actually said...

Providing the best weapons and equipment to our service members can be the difference between our troops returning home safely or not at all.

Highlighting the critical impact of equipment quality on troop safety.

03/10/2015

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I want to ensure that we are doing everything we can to obtain his release.

I just would say that in opening comments.

Is there any strategic, operational, or tactical reason to withdraw in September versus at least allowing us to finish the fighting season?

I had the opportunity as a new Senator to go to Afghanistan in January, and I was very impressed with the progress that has been made.