Mar 1, 2004
I do hope there's going to be some competition, because I see the Global Hawk as one platform.
Ted Stevens
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Ted Stevens was a prominent U.S. Senator from Alaska, serving from 1968 to 2009. A member of the Republican Party, he was known for his influential role in shaping federal policies related to aviation, telecommunications, and infrastructure. Stevens was a key advocate for modernizing the air traffic control system, emphasizing the need for quick action to prevent aviation gridlock. His tenure was marked by significant contributions to Alaska's development and federal funding for various projects in the state. Stevens was the longest-serving senator in Alaska's history and held several leadership positions, including Senate Appropriations Committee Chairman.
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Mar 1, 2004
We encourage you to consider a commission for the Guard and Reserve for the 21st century.
Mar 1, 2004
As we meet today, our servicemen and women remain engaged in critical missions in Iraq, Afghanistan, and around the globe.
Mar 1, 2004
I wonder how you can maintain a global war against terrorism without some additional modernization.
Mar 1, 2004
I would like to avoid a post-election session in the interests of the people who are at war.
Mar 1, 2004
I remain always impressed and astonished at the commitment from our Reserves and our Guard.
Mar 1, 2004
This system is needed, and I hope we can get the support we need, here in Congress, to maintain it.
Mar 1, 2004
Some say that this budget should include the fiscal year 2005 contingency costs for terrorism because those costs are not known today.
Mar 1, 2004
What about this problem about predictability in terms of the costs of Iraq and Pakistan? Could you discuss that?
Mar 1, 2004
Well, there is an inconvenient gap there between October 1 and March 1 of next year. How are you going to fund them?
Mar 1, 2004
The President's request includes $401.7 billion for the Department of Defense (DOD), a 7 percent increase over fiscal year 2004.