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Apr 12 2007

Dr. Coburn writes Secretary Geren about the Army's rifle procurement process

Dr. Coburn recently wrote to Secretary of the Army Peter Geren about the Army's rifle procurement process.  Dr. Coburn is concerned the Army failed to allow a "free and open competition" among manufacturers who have researched and tested weapons which may provide significantly improved reliability for U.S. soldiers.
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