Daniel Akaka actually said...

"The capability portfolio managers lack the necessary authority and control required to be successful."

"The greatest causes of cost growth, after program initiation, are budget changes (often caused by Congress) and 'requirements' changes--both of which can be controlled by discipline."

"the Joint Requirement Oversight Council (JROC) seeks input from the combatant commanders"

"For me over the years, I'm beginning to feel that we need to change, or try to change, the heart and soul of DOD."