02/23/2010
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"But the three witnesses, Dr. Labs, Mr. O'Rourke, and Mr. Francis, are operating at a certain disadvantage because you don't, as I don't, know the exact cost that's bid; is that correct?"
"such an approach increases the risk of costly design changes in the event unexpected issues arise during testing."
"Senator McCain pointed out, the cost cap was established at $480 million, with an escalation provided for the cost cap."
"Do you agree with Secretary Stackley's remarks about the relative ease on the whole issue of combat systems on the different ships?"