I think we have learned a lot of hard lessons in the acquisition process about how to do that better, how to acquire equipment in the future, hopefully in a more cost-effective manner that gets there more quickly.

Your Army is in the fight and protecting those who are in the fight is our top priority.

I am a little less optimistic about the ultimate outcome and I think the members of this committee in particular should bear close scrutiny on that process.

The Army's logistical tail of the operational energy pipeline is a handicap that must be overcome through technological advances.

I am a big fan of General Alexander's. Could not have a better person in that position.

Getting a defense appropriations bill, you know, getting a process that gets us to September 30th is critically important to what everybody on this committee does.

And thank you, gentlemen, for being here this morning and for your service to our country.

I think that is really the key to making a fit within the budget.

I was in Afghanistan at the end of November and was very, very impressed with what the Marine Corps has accomplished.

One of the things that I am committed to, this whole committee is committed to is working together across party lines to get something done.

The filibuster is a very powerful tool to stop things from happening.

I want to thank both General Schwartz and Secretary Donley for their outstanding leadership in the Air Force.