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Post by jdredd on Sept 17, 2009 11:12:46 GMT -5
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Post by dolphie on Sept 17, 2009 11:31:29 GMT -5
JD, You are naive to think that Russia has stopped missile building. You are naive to think that Russia is not prepping for war. Do you _want_ them invading the USA? Is that what you want? Those countries want to rule the world - their form of government is not what Americans were born and raised to believe in. Do you want to live their lifestyle? Being smart, well guarded, well defended is the best way to conduct one's self. Or - I guess in your world - I as a female should go unescorted, unarmed into an area that is known for gang violence. For - of course - those gang members are really misunderstood and if all females would just understand that there would be no attacks/rapes/robberies.
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Post by jdredd on Sept 17, 2009 11:41:36 GMT -5
JD, You are naive to think that Russia has stopped missile building. You are naive to think that Russia is not prepping for war. Do you _want_ them invading the USA? Is that what you want? Those countries want to rule the world - their form of government is not what Americans were born and raised to believe in. Do you want to live their lifestyle? Being smart, well guarded, well defended is the best way to conduct one's self. Or - I guess in your world - I as a female should go unescorted, unarmed into an area that is known for gang violence. For - of course - those gang members are really misunderstood and if all females would just understand that there would be no attacks/rapes/robberies. Actually, I believe arms control agreements have stopped Russia from increasing it's ICBM numbers. And the idea that Russia wants to "rule the world" is ludicrous. They got burned just trying to rule Eastern Europe. What you have is a bunch of whiney former Warsaw Pact countries who want to carry out an anti-Russia grudge by using America as a club. I say, just say no.
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Post by dolphie on Sept 17, 2009 12:01:25 GMT -5
JD, You are naive to think that Russia has stopped missile building. You are naive to think that Russia is not prepping for war. Do you _want_ them invading the USA? Is that what you want? Those countries want to rule the world - their form of government is not what Americans were born and raised to believe in. Do you want to live their lifestyle? Being smart, well guarded, well defended is the best way to conduct one's self. Or - I guess in your world - I as a female should go unescorted, unarmed into an area that is known for gang violence. For - of course - those gang members are really misunderstood and if all females would just understand that there would be no attacks/rapes/robberies. Actually, I believe arms control agreements have stopped Russia from increasing it's ICBM numbers. And the idea that Russia wants to "rule the world" is ludricrous. They got burned just trying to rule Eastern Europe. What you have is a bunch of whiney former Warsaw Pact countries who want to carry out an anti-Russia grudge by using America as a club. I say, just say no. You underestimate Russia. Russia has been a dominant conquering force before they became the USSR. They are currently partnered with other countries: China, Muslim nations, Communist countries (Cuba, Venezuela, etc), NVN, and the list goes on. Just because it is not in the news does not mean it does not exist.
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Post by johng on Sept 17, 2009 12:26:06 GMT -5
Navy to choose one prime contractor to continue LCS production By Source: DoD Wednesday, September 16, 2009 The Navy announced Wednesday it will down select between the two Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) designs in fiscal 2010. The current LCS seaframe construction solicitation will be canceled and a new solicitation will be issued. At down select, a single prime contractor and shipyard will be awarded a fixed-price incentive contract for up to 10 ships with two ships in fiscal 2010 and options through fiscal 2014.
This decision was reached after careful review of the fiscal 2010 industry bids, consideration of total program costs, and ongoing discussions with Congress.
"This change to increase competition is required so we can build the LCS at an affordable price," said Ray Mabus, secretary of the Navy. "LCS is vital to our Navy's future. It must succeed."
The Navy canceled the solicitation to procure up to three LCS Flight 0+ ships in fiscal 2010 due to affordability. Based on proposals received this summer, it was not possible to execute the LCS program under the current acquisition strategy and given the expectation of constrained budgets.
The new LCS acquisition strategy improves affordability by competitively awarding a larger number of ships across several years to one source. The Navy will accomplish this goal by issuing a new fixed-price incentive solicitation for a down select to one of the two designs beginning in fiscal 2010.
"Both ships meet our operational requirements and we need LCS now to meet the warfighters' needs," said Adm. Gary Roughead, chief of naval operations. "Down selecting now will improve affordability and will allow us to build LCS at a realistic cost and not compromise critical warfighting capabilities."
Both industry teams will have the opportunity to submit proposals for the fiscal 2010 ships under the new solicitation. The selected industry team will deliver a quality technical data package, allowing the Navy to open competition for a second source for the selected design beginning in fiscal 2012.
The winner of the down select will be awarded a contract for up to 10 ships from fiscal 2010 through fiscal 2014, and also provide combat systems for up to five additional ships provided by a second source. Delivery of LCS 2, along with construction of LCS 3 and LCS 4 will not be affected by the decision.
LCS is a fast, agile and modular warship designed to complement the Navy's multi-mission platforms with warfighting capabilities from littoral irregular warfare to mine, anti-submarine and surface warfare.
There are two different LCS hull forms: a semi-planing monohull and an aluminum trimaran.
The seaframes are designed and built by two industry teams led by Lockheed Martin and General Dynamics.
Of the planned 55-ship program, LCS 1 is commissioned, LCS 2 is undergoing sea trials, and construction has started for LCS 3 and LCS 4.
The Navy's acquisition strategy will be guided by cost and performance of the respective designs as well as options for sustaining competition throughout the life of the program.
Published in San Diego Daily Transcript from DOD source.
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Post by EscapeHatch on Sept 17, 2009 14:09:49 GMT -5
Navy to choose one prime contractor to continue LCS production... [/i][/quote] I read that this morning, too. Defense Link. I am putting my money on the GD/Austal team. That trimaran is sleek and agile. If BIW or NAASCO get second source, I'll be quite pleased.
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Post by johng on Sept 17, 2009 14:12:23 GMT -5
Navy to choose one prime contractor to continue LCS production... [/i][/quote] I read that this morning, too. Defense Link. I am putting my money on the GD/Austal team. That trimaran is sleek and agile. If BIW or NAASCO get second source, I'll be quite pleased.[/quote] I knew you would and that's why I posted it! My oldest Son is watching closely also...
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Post by johng on Sept 17, 2009 16:37:17 GMT -5
Putin 1 Obama 0: Russia hails US missile overhaul Mr Medvedev will hold missile talks with Mr Obama next week Russian President Dmitry Medvedev has welcomed as "positive" the US decision to shelve controversial missile defence bases in Poland and the Czech Republic. Mr Medvedev said there were now "good conditions" for US-Russia talks on tackling missile proliferation. US President Barack Obama had earlier announced there would be a shift in US missile defence strategy, following a review of the threat posed by Iran. However, US Republicans have called the move "short-sighted" and "harmful". Some said it was a concession to Moscow with nothing in return. news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/8262050.stm
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Post by Turk on Sept 17, 2009 16:43:32 GMT -5
If Putin is for it, it’s a safe bet, it’s bad for us.
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Post by jdredd on Sept 17, 2009 17:08:17 GMT -5
Dont' interrupt, I'm basking in the warm glow of some good news for once...
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Post by Turk on Sept 17, 2009 17:35:28 GMT -5
Dont' interrupt, I'm basking in the warm glow of some good news for once... Bask some more and hit 2,000 posts today, your part of the furniture.
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Post by dolphie on Sept 17, 2009 17:39:05 GMT -5
Dont' interrupt, I'm basking in the warm glow of some good news for once... Bask some more and hit 2,000 posts today, your part of the furniture. oh my! I beat out the dreaded Judge Dredd!!!! 6 more posts, JD
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Post by jdredd on Sept 17, 2009 18:09:48 GMT -5
Yeah, I LET you pass me, D.
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Post by dolphie on Sept 17, 2009 18:22:41 GMT -5
Yeah, I LET you pass me, D. What a gentleman! No wonder JG likes to hang on the sofa with you! *GRIN*
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Post by johng on Sept 17, 2009 20:27:40 GMT -5
Yeah, I LET you pass me, D. What a gentleman! No wonder JG likes to hang on the sofa with you! *GRIN* My post count is fine so he must have annuder buddie that he can keep up with
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