On the recordJune 19, 1997
I am convinced, after being on the committee on which I serve, formerly known as the Armed Services Committee and now the Committee on National Security, and meeting with them in all parts of this country and other countries where they are literally on the edge in representing the American interests, that they are the finest military we have ever had. They are truly a national treasure, and it is up to us in this Congress under the Constitution to take care of them, to make sure that we have them properly equipped, properly trained, and that we keep the good people in, encourage them so that the days and years ahead, when those troubles come, and sure as the Lord made little green apples, those troubles will come, whether they can either deter or stop aggression. I appreciate the gentleman's kind remarks about the people in the military, and that is why I think this bill is worthwhile.
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