"Did SOCOM conduct a total life-cycle cost comparison between the M4 and SCAR before making its decision to not procure the SCAR at the original intended quantities?"
"To me, it is a classic case of where new recruits are trained, military opportunity is provided and our military service where young people can achieve to their highest potential."
"I am concerned obviously for the morale of the troops, for the families, their concerns and expectations of a career that could be in jeopardy."
"I can't imagine knowingly bringing to this committee an end strength that wouldn't give us at least one-to-two and we want to get to one-to-three."
"I am interested in the Army's effort to compete Contractor Logistics Sustainment and Support (CLSS) contract for Route Clearance Vehicles (RCV) and the Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) family of..."
"We appreciate your commitment to providing our soldiers with improved small arms at both close combat range and long distance shots in the mountains of Afghanistan."
"Did the Army conduct an Analysis of Alternatives prior to initiating the new carbine competition? If so, will you provide the Committee a copy of the analysis?"
"How will the Army guarantee it does not simply award the contract to the lowest bidder, but focuses rather on a combination of quality, cost (life-cycle included), and manufacturing capability?"
"I share the concern of Congresswoman Hartzler, too, that we are dealing with a well-financed enemy, sadly a very determined, educated enemy."
"Again, I want to thank you."
"the equipment I have is now 5 generations removed, and I say that complimentary."
"I appreciate that the Air Force retention-oriented culture will have great difficulty with the involuntary officer separation/retirement actions being introduced."