James Inhofe actually said...

"Our military leaders are warning that we are on the brink of creating a hollow force, unprepared to respond to contingencies around the world."

"Readiness is the glue that holds our forces together. An inadequately trained force is a liability, not an asset."

"which U.S. agency do you consider to be the lead for humanitarian assistance and disaster response operations overseas?"

"I know of no other time in history when we have come potentially down this far, this fast in the defense budget."