Lindsey Graham actually said...

"I think it is very important before we make a decision how to get to $87 billion, that the civilian workforce, if it is going to be reduced just a fraction of the Active-Duty Forces and Reserve folks ..."

"I would just like to be on the record saying I would like to work with the administration to find some way to change this dynamic because the BCA requires $87 billion."

"if sequestration is allowed to go forward, are we creating a hollow force and diminished support for military families and schools?"

"The President's budget makes the necessary budget adjustments to avoid devastating DOD through sequestration."