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On the recordFebruary 26, 2013
Although I understand the fiscal realities, as I have made clear in the past, I have serious reservations about the end strength and force structure reduction plans for our military.
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Joe Wilson
Republican · South Carolina

Editor's note · Context

Wilson expresses concerns about military reductions despite acknowledging budget constraints.

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