Another year of sequestration only compounds the damage that will be done to our forces and our national security.

a formula for more American casualties?

DOD must reduce strategic nuclear forces to comply with the central limits agreed to in the New START treaty by February 5, 2018.

do you agree that a rephasing of the sequester cuts... would be beneficial and would allow each of you to make smarter decisions that reduce some near-term risk?

are we breaking the sacred vow we have with a volunteer force to provide them with the adequate resources and training needed to safely prevail on the battlefield?

As stated in the 2010 NPR, the fundamental role of U.S. nuclear weapons is to deter nuclear attack on the United States, our allies, and partners.

When will we reach the point where the force is so degraded it will be immoral to use it?

If Congress does not act to mitigate the magnitude, method, and speed of the reductions under the BCA caps, the Army will be forced to make significant reductions-in-force structure and end strength.

If sequestration continues, the Air Force will not be able to support the current defense strategy.

The tide of war isn't receding. It's America's leadership, trust in American security partners, and our ability to protect this country that's receding.

A future BRAC is essential to identify and divest excess Army infrastructure as the Army reduces its force structure.

the American people are not hearing your warnings and do not believe your message because thus far your warnings have been abstract and fail to define the consequences to our safety and security.