Rob Wittman actually said...

The optimal force structure for the Marine Corps is 186,600 marines to meet all crisis response and steady-state requirements of the nation.

Wittman emphasizes the need for more Marines for effective crisis response.

04/09/2014

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I have always been a proponent to say that strategy needs to drive budget, not budget driving strategy.

I believe our ship capability is the cornerstone of this Nation's defense structure.

In light of the existing shortfalls in the FY13 O&M accounts, what are your greatest concerns about the Navy's readiness?

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