[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 53 (Wednesday, April 2, 2014)]
[House]
[Page H2811]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      RYAN BUDGET PROTECTS DEFENSE

  (Mr. WILSON of South Carolina asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Mr. Speaker, yesterday, House Budget 
Chairman Paul Ryan unveiled his vision of a budget, which will reduce 
Washington's out-of-control spending and will put our country back on a 
path to prosperity.
  For years, the President has targeted our military in order to 
support his Big Government agenda. Last month, the administration 
announced plans to reduce the size of our Armed Forces to levels of 
those prior to World War II, putting American families at risk.
  Chairman Ryan recognizes that our brave men and women in uniform, 
military families, and veterans are the ones who dedicate their lives 
to keeping us safe. His budget proposes to strengthen national 
security.
  The primary function of the national government is to maintain a 
strong national defense. I appreciate Chairman Paul Ryan for committing 
to ensuring the safety of every American at home and abroad.
  In conclusion, God bless our troops, and we will never forget 
September the 11th in the global war on terrorism.

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