Such would be the case especially if that it proves to be as bad as careful analysis of the data predicts - particularly among the combat arms.

CENTERFORSECURITYPOLICY: Gates turns off the lights

" Lilyea, who fought in the 1991 Persian Gulf war, said he believes physical standards will be relaxed "in order to force the acceptance of women in the combat arms specialties.

CNN: How America's top general came to endorse women in combat

The cumulative impact of a decade of war in which those in the combat arms have experienced extensive and often multiple tours in war zones, exacting a harsh toll on many - both on the physical and psychological well-being of those serving and in terms of their families' sacrifice.

CENTERFORSECURITYPOLICY: Destroying The U.S. Military From Within

As it happens, the concerns expressed by many of America's most highly decorated and highly regarded ground combat commanders were underscored yesterday by the launch of yet-another dubious international arms control effort.

CENTERFORSECURITYPOLICY: Center For Security Policy

We decided to strengthen efforts to prevent and combat other transnational crimes, such as illicit drug trafficking, trafficking in persons, people smuggling, money laundering, arms smuggling, sea piracy, armed robbery against ships, cybercrime and other forms of international economic crime in accordance with national laws and regulations.

WHITEHOUSE: Joint Statement of the 4th ASEAN-U.S. Leaders' Meeting