Jack Reed actually said...

"We have a shared goal, to ensure that our military forces are equipped with the best systems and technology."

"I think that is probably the most critical principle."

"North Korea's nuclear and ballistic missile efforts are an immediate and grave national security threat, and the U.S. continues to grapple with the fact that there are no quick and certain options."

"Well, I think based on General Spoehr's comments about the readiness issue, recruiting issue, operational issue, I think we need a bigger force."