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On the recordApril 23, 2013
allowing the Air Force to slip to a lower state of readiness requiring a long buildup to regain full combat effectiveness negates the essential strategic advantages of airpower and puts joint forces at risk.
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Rob Wittman
Republican · Virginia

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Wittman emphasizes the risks of reduced Air Force readiness affecting military effectiveness.

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