Adam Smith said "With the looming threat of sequestration, we must also understand the consequences of such severe cuts on the effectiveness of your commands." @ PoliticalQuotes.com

On the recordMarch 5, 2012

With the looming threat of sequestration, we must also understand the consequences of such severe cuts on the effectiveness of your commands.

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Smith warns about the impact of budget cuts on military effectiveness.

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