"General Lennox and General Phillips, how has the current M4 carbine performed in theater?"
"It is our responsibility here in this committee to understand what those challenges are so we can better advocate for you."
"What is possible there? That we would adapt those designs to our own use, or that we would actually purchase from them?"
"We desperately need a replacement for that, and we think we are on a good path for that as well."
"That is great to hear."
"I appreciate your checking to confirm that that is the still the buy."
"the delays and cost increases that have occurred are troubling, but I appreciate the seriousness with which you have responded."
"But still, I presume that our goal is zero."
"Bottom line, except for the case you mentioned about Italy, which may have more to do with their budget problems, all 10 are on board."
"The Humvee is not a vehicle that soldiers can operate in today outside of the fence line."
"in your view, is there a clear requirement for a new IC?"