Kelly Ayotte actually said...

"If the administration and Congress fail to identify alternative spending reductions and defense sequestration goes forward and the Army must cut another 100,000 soldiers, would this force the Army to ..."

"The Army has carefully considered the possible impacts on morale from involuntary separations and has designed programs to minimize unwanted outcomes."

"Do I have your continued commitment that you will avoid involuntary separations as much as possible?"

"What does a hollow Army look like?"