James Inhofe actually said...

"Bahrain is a strong partner in the Gulf, and our naval presence there accomplishes bilateral security objectives."

"lost flight hours will cause unit stand-downs which will result in severe, rapid, and long-term unit combat readiness degradation."

"Those retention problems, especially in the context of generally improving civilian employment opportunities, meant that Congress was required to come back and authorize catch-up increases."

"What are you doing to maintain the U.S. industrial base and to ensure it retains its technology and capability edge in supporting and winning future wars?"