The same is true of the modernization program for the Coast Guard, an institution whose duties vastly exceed its capabilities.

CENTERFORSECURITYPOLICY: Sounding retreat

In that sense, Australia is concerned about the reduction in U.S. strategic forces and the lack of a modernization program.

CENTERFORSECURITYPOLICY: Underestimating China

Baker Spring of the Heritage Foundation noted that the United States is the only nuclear power without a substantial modernization program.

CENTERFORSECURITYPOLICY: Center For Security Policy