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Adam Smith

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Adam Smith is a U.S. Representative for Washington's 9th congressional district, serving since 1997. A member of the Democratic Party, he has focused on various legislative efforts, particularly in defense and foreign policy. Throughout his tenure, Smith has been involved in key discussions and initiatives related to national security and military funding, reflecting his commitment to these issues. He has also been an advocate for progressive policies within his district and has worked on legislation addressing economic and social challenges faced by his constituents.

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Jul 15, 2014

Let me say right, if I could, your intent and your design are, I am sorry, irrelevant to this conversation.

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Jul 15, 2014

the amount of money we are requesting, or that we envision inside this request--the $500 million--is a pretty reasonable planning factor for what we would expect to do.

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Jul 15, 2014

The purpose of the Overseas Contingency Operation from when it was first set up--the funds were to fund the efforts in Iraq and Afghanistan.

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Jul 9, 2014

We have to be smarter, we have to figure that out.

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Jul 9, 2014

I think that over the years we pass a bill every year, and I am sure we have unintentionally put together some regulations...

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Jul 9, 2014

The problem I think everyone here is very good at describing, too many requirements, too many people in charge.

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Jul 9, 2014

I am struck by the fact the people who are building the newest carrier, the Ford, accused of cost overrun...

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Jul 9, 2014

One of the things that we really focus on is how can we make quicker decisions.

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Jul 9, 2014

we are supposed to exercise oversight. And every once in a while we are right. So we are going to keep exercising that oversight.

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Jul 9, 2014

We are going to have to be much smarter about it.

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Jul 9, 2014

We have had a lot of very expensive mistakes in the area of acquisition reform.

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Jul 9, 2014

I think this is a very, very important hearing.

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