The morale is horrible, historically low recruiting, our material readiness for naval vessels. As you being a naval officer, you'd understand this nerd has been. It's just, it's terrible. The readiness of the force is not at a state where it needs to be to protect ourselves and our allies. and project peace through strength. You know, it's funny because it's actually not funny, but when you realize we are well under 300 ships in our Navy, China far surpassing us. (37:46–37:54)
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