James Inhofe actually said...

"It will take us additional time to recover the level of readiness we believe is necessary."

"The Navy will be unable to execute all of the naval force requirements of the combatant commanders under sequestration and a year-long continuing resolution."

"I agree with Admiral Winnefeld's concerns."

"Sequestration may preclude the United States from doing this, limiting our strategic choices, and ceding initiative to potential adversaries."