07/14/2021
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"I think most Americans would be surprised how big the gap is."
"We are behind. We are behind Russia. We are going to be behind China."
"I want it to sort of stop. I want to turn a new page."
"Given the higher costs along the coast, it is evident, to me at least, that an increased CONUS COLA is something that would greatly benefit Coasties and servicemembers stationed in these areas."