1) Every defense contractor mentions interest in controlling costs; they bid against each other with these specific values in mind. The problem is over-run and

1) Every defense contractor mentions interest in controlling costs; they bid against each other with these specific values in mind. The problem is over-run and underestimation, and the govts' lack of flexibility with regards to contract termination in most instances. 2) Defense spending has been historically hovering between 15-25 percent in the United States. 'Taxpayer savings' does not, nor has it ever, indicated more money in the hands of the taxpayer -- it indicates how many new projects will be budgeted. In other words : The tax payer saves nothing, but the military is given extra toys within the same budget. Now, whether or not you are for or against the further arming of our troops and allied fighters -- that's a personal question.. but let's not pretend this equates to saved cash for the citizenry.