James Inhofe actually said...

"Secretary Mabus, what is your assessment of the Navy's operational tempo (OPTEMPO) reporting and how well are we meeting our operational tempo requirements to reduce stress on our servicemembers and t..."

"Sequestration would have a direct and negative impact on the achievement of these transitions."

"In your professional assessment, does the LCS offer combatant commanders increased combat capabilities for the three missions assigned (SUW, MCM, and ASW) as compared to the legacy systems it is repla..."

"Admiral Greenert, are we starting to see the signs of a strained force in the Navy?"