I'm sorry that our colleague--we're all sorry that our colleague, Senator Kennedy, cannot be with us today.
I'd like to also thank Senator Durbin for introducing me here today and for his support and guidance through this process.
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I agree with that.
No position taken has done more damage to the American reputation in the world, ever, than on the torture policy of this outgoing administra...
There is a serious issue on Senators' minority rights and the inadequacy of our opportunity for preparation.
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So in your mind they cross that threshold and become inhumane?
I think Unmanned Aerial Vehicle systems are things that we're going to be continuing to look at over the next couple of years.
How about emergency situations?
I won't hold it against you. He's a good friend of mine. Got to do a good job for him, okay?
Lastly, Doctor, what would you do to address and limit cost overruns and cost-plus contracts?
Ms. Matiella, what will you do to increase transparency of the Army budget?
Thank you.
Under what circumstances, Doctor, would a noncompetitive contract be justified? What safeguards can be put in place to protect the taxpayer?
That is unconscionable that we have that type of a situation existing in our military bases.
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If confirmed, I would promptly notify Congress of any issues affecting the nuclear weapons stockpile and nuclear weapons complex.
