Political Quotes

“if I might add, last year an amendment somewhat similar to this, but considerably more extreme in its reach, was considered by the Senate. At that time I, along with others, established the Commission on the National Guard and Reserve. It was included in our Defense Authorization Act. That commission is now in operation. As a matter of fact, the distinguished Senator from Georgia and I attended the opening meeting here just days ago. It has an extraordinary list of members. I ask unanimous consent to have a fact sheet and a list of membership printed in the Record. There being no objection, the material was ordered to be printed in the Record, as follows: Commission on the National Guard and Reserves Fact Sheet MISSION The independent Commission on the National Guard and Reserves is charged by Congress to recommend any needed changes in law and policy to ensure that the Guard and Reserves are organized, trained, equipped, compensated, and supported to best meet the national security requirements of the United States. The Commission was established by the Ronald W. Reagan National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2005. KEY ISSUES REQUIRING REVIEW Among the questions the Commission will address: Roles and Missions--What are the appropriate roles and purposes of the Guard and Reserves in meeting the national security needs of the United States?…”