03/13/2013
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"I do want to conclude with one final question, and that is concerning our amphibious force structure requirements."
"sequestration, in your words, is the 'greatest threat to our future readiness. It has a ripple effect for us through the years.'"
"The Optimized Fleet Response Plan, I think, is critical to make sure that that is followed."
"There is nothing worse for a Navy family, then, to say, 'Hey, listen we are planning on a 7-month deployment' and, guess what, it turns to 8 months or 9 months or 10 months."