Dr. Miller, are you aware that in 2009 the Navy legally purchased four of these same dual-use Mi-17 helicopters through a private U.S. broker after an open and competitive selection process?

I believe the U.S. Government must carefully balance its national security objectives in its dealings with other nations.

Continuing to do business with Rosoboronexport undermines U.S. policy regarding Syria.

Mr. Kendall, are you aware that, after the successful 2009 procurement of Mi-17s, the Navy initiated a similar effort to procure 21 additional Mi-17s through an open and competitive selection process?

Since we put all of our eggs in the F-35 basket, as the saying goes, we better take care of the basket.

Mr. Kendall, the June 1, 2011, Army contract was a no-bid contract. What justification existed for not awarding this contract through an open and competitive selection process?

Mr. Kendall, do you agree that the Obama administration's policy of trying to reset bilateral relations with Russia was a major factor in the decision to award this June 1, 2011, no-bid contract to Rosoboronexport, a state-controlled firm…

Mr. Kendall, how is a no-bid contract with Rosoboronexport preferable to a competitively awarded contract with a private U.S. broker?

I support the U.S. Government's decision to pressure the Russians through diplomatic channels to help end the violence in Syria with a view to a transition of power.

I believe that the actions of the Assad regime are outrageous. There is no question that violence towards the people of Syria has been brutal and devastating.

Dr. Miller, are you aware that, after the successful 2009 procurement of Mi-17s, the Navy initiated a similar effort to procure 21 additional Mi-17s through an open and competitive selection process?