A GOP delegation , fresh back from Asia trip , looks at U.S. policy in Asia . The indispensable symbol of American strength and leadership is the U.S. carrier fleet . Asia 's continued economic growth is not certain , these delegates say . They fear that China will use its economic and military power to coerce neighbors . They argue U.S. carrier fleet overdue for something that China has n't done .
A GOP delegation , fresh back from Asia trip , looks at U.S. policy in Asia . Asia 's continued economic growth is not certain , these delegates say . They fear that China will use its economic and military power to coerce neighbors . They argue U.S. carrier fleet overdue for something that China has n't done .