Another factor in this, and it does go into the way that our force structure levels have oscillated and the way that they are going to now, is the disruption of the rotational cycles and the hardship that puts on planning, on morale, particularly in the mid-term, of the Army and the Marine Corps to continue operating in Iraq.
Senator Webb discusses the impact of force structure on military operations and morale.
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However, the administrative process which is the specific topic of your hearing today, is subject to unreasonable delays, lacks clear guidance and is expensive.
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