Patty Murray actually said...

Eighty percent of our force is what we call a traditional Guard force.

If we don't get them home and with their families, and get them the care they need, then we're going to be in trouble in the future.

The President's budget for this year, 2011, doesn't include any investments in military construction at Fairchild Air Force Base.

I am concerned for these soldiers mental and emotional well-being as they are returning from serving their country to possible unemployment ...