Do we really need $1 billion and five to eight years, as Gen. Shelton says, to replace the RD-180?
After his wife neglected to mention him during her acceptance speech, Shelton returned the favor.
And it said Shelton was permitted to give the testimony he wants, without any pressure.
Shelton finally gave his testimony Thursday, and made clear the Pentagon's concern about LightSquared's project.
Turner said Shelton told his committee that LightSquared had obtained his earlier prepared testimony.
Rose pointed out to me Mrs. Shelton, seated conspicuously in front of the platform, facing the lecturer.
Shelton was conscious of a shiver running through the audience which reminded him of a bullfight he had seen in Spain.
His non-appearance afforded Shelton another proof of the delicacy that went hand in hand with the young vagrant's cynicism.
"The odds are four to one on him, and few takers," announced Shelton.
His companion strode along, and Shelton felt sorry for the signs of trouble on his face.