Kirsten Gillibrand actually said...

"I am very concerned about the status and the well-being of the men and women who serve in our forces."

"I do not see how you will meet your mission requirements with these kinds of cuts."

"I hope that you will also focus your attention on that transition, that very important time between transitioning from Active Duty to veteran status."

"The Department will seek to balance posture reductions in a way that aligns with our national strategic interests."