"we have to figure that out because that is going to be a part of analyzing what we may have here."
"we have not looked specifically at sort of whistleblowers' cost savings, but definitely support strong programs to allow employees to come forward."
"we have to make sure they are protected."
"Regardless of when it occurs, wasteful spending is simply inexcusable, and I appreciate the opportunity to gather experts today to search for solutions and to do what we can to protect taxpayer dollar..."
"If such spending is indeed wasteful, what can be done to reduce it?"
"Does the DOD have an epidemic of wasteful spending in March every year similar to what we are hearing may be happening in September?"
"this is ridiculous that this kind of thing is happening."
"None of us can stand here and accept the kind of fraud and abuse that we see going on in this program."
"the most important thing here is enforcement, and deterrence is the best way to prevent a lot of these problems"
"I do not think anyone could read that report and not be very angry."
"Communications is every bit as important as electricity. It is essential to life."