From 1960 through 2009 there were more than twenty-seven major studies of defense acquisition commissioned by presidents, Congress, and secretaries of defense, government agencies, studies and analyses organizations, and universities. Numerous other noteworthy studies of defense acquisition have been conducted and published by the General Accountability Office during the same period. Much to the surprise of many, the reform studies over the forty-nine-year period arrived at most of the same findings and made similar recommendations. But political will to make the changes, combined with internal dynamics resistant to change, led to only minor improvements. The problems of schedule slippages, cost growth, and technical performance shortfalls on defense acquisition programs have remained much the same throughout this period. Defense Acquisition Reform, 1960 to 2009: An Elusive Goal provides historical and analytical accounts of the defense acquisition process for major weapons systems in order to identify long-term trends, insights, and observations that could provide perspective and context to assist current defense decision makers, acquisition officials, and the acquisition schoolhouse.

Like a newly discovered treasure map offering a path to buried riches, Foxes in the Henhouse is a hard-hitting political blueprint for how the Democrats can win again in the South and rural America. The authors document the Republicans' rise in the South and Midwest, expose the hypocrisy that marked their ascent, and offer a take-no-prisoners plan to kick them out. The authors know of what they speak. "Rural strategists" Steve Jarding and Dave "Mudcat" Saunders are famous for securing Democratic victories in places they shouldn't have -- most notably in Mark Warner's successful run for governor of Virginia, a campaign that wasn't afraid to use bluegrass concerts and NASCAR to get the message out. When George W. Bush swept the South clean in 2004, it was the final insult to Jarding and Saunders, two self-proclaimed "bubbas" on a mission to convince their fellow southerners and rural Americans that the GOP's claim of representing "values," patriotism, the sportsmen, and fiscal conservatism is a disastrous farce. In addition to exposing the lies behind the gradual Republican invasion of the hinterland that began in the 1960s, they offer some surprisingly simple strategies for Democrats to capture each of these issues. Among other things, Jarding and Saunders urge Democrats to • Quit turning their noses up at the culture of rural America and talk to people where they live • Learn how to count when going after votes • Show some passion and retaliate when Republicans assassinate their characters Packed with meticulous and shocking research findings; blunt, laugh-out-loud language; and merciless assaults on George W. Bush, Tom DeLay, Bill O'Reilly, and plenty of other right-wing charlatans, Foxes in the Henhouse is a must-read and will be one of the most talked-about books of the year and for election cycles to come.

Like a newly discovered treasure map offering a path to buried riches, Foxes in the Henhouse is a hard-hitting political blueprint for how the Democrats can win again in the South and rural America. The authors document the Republicans' rise in the South and Midwest, expose the hypocrisy that marked their ascent, and offer a take-no-prisoners plan to kick them out. The authors know of what they speak. "Rural strategists" Steve Jarding and Dave "Mudcat" Saunders are famous for securing Democratic victories in places they shouldn't have -- most notably in Mark Warner's successful run for governor of Virginia, a campaign that wasn't afraid to use bluegrass concerts and NASCAR to get the message out. When George W. Bush swept the South clean in 2004, it was the final insult to Jarding and Saunders, two self-proclaimed "bubbas" on a mission to convince their fellow southerners and rural Americans that the GOP's claim of representing "values," patriotism, the sportsmen, and fiscal conservatism is a disastrous farce. In addition to exposing the lies behind the gradual Republican invasion of the hinterland that began in the 1960s, they offer some surprisingly simple strategies for Democrats to capture each of these issues. Among other things, Jarding and Saunders urge Democrats to • Quit turning their noses up at the culture of rural America and talk to people where they live • Learn how to count when going after votes • Show some passion and retaliate when Republicans assassinate their characters Packed with meticulous and shocking research findings; blunt, laugh-out-loud language; and merciless assaults on George W. Bush, Tom DeLay, Bill O'Reilly, and plenty of other right-wing charlatans, Foxes in the Henhouse is a must-read and will be one of the most talked-about books of the year and for election cycles to come.

From 1960 through 2009 there were more than twenty-seven major studies of defense acquisition commissioned by presidents, Congress, and secretaries of defense, government agencies, studies and analyses organizations, and universities. Numerous other noteworthy studies of defense acquisition have been conducted and published by the General Accountability Office during the same period. Much to the surprise of many, the reform studies over the forty-nine-year period arrived at most of the same findings and made similar recommendations. But political will to make the changes, combined with internal dynamics resistant to change, led to only minor improvements. The problems of schedule slippages, cost growth, and technical performance shortfalls on defense acquisition programs have remained much the same throughout this period. Defense Acquisition Reform, 1960 to 2009: An Elusive Goal provides historical and analytical accounts of the defense acquisition process for major weapons systems in order to identify long-term trends, insights, and observations that could provide perspective and context to assist current defense decision makers, acquisition officials, and the acquisition schoolhouse.

After the heist of his life, a thief hides out in a city park as he plans to strike a deal and unload the stolen goods. There, he begins an unusual friendship with a precocious boy, prompting him to reach out via phone to his ex-wife and estranged daughter, who he hopes will reunite with him now that he is about to be rich. As his business deal begins to unravel, he fights to keep the kid out of harm's way and escape to Florida to join up with his family.

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Sylvania SilverStar Ultra High Performance Halogen Headlight is fashioned for brighter and whiter light. It has dual filament for both high beam and low beam. This operates with internal gas pressure which significantly reduces the rate of tungsten evaporation. Its analogous non-halogen incandescent lamp operates the same filament temperature with greater luminance and efficiency. This combined effect of higher pressure and the halogen cycle give halogen lamp much longer life.

Based on one of the most popular Japanese manga series of all time, Dragonball: Evolution follows a young warrior on an epic adventure to discover his destiny...and save the world from the forces of darkness. For his eighteenth birthday, mild-mannered Goku is given a mystical Dragonball, one of only seven in existence, which combine to grant a perfect wish to whoever possesses them. But an ancient warlord named Piccolo has escaped eternal imprisonment and is on his own quest to gather the Dragonballs. Goku must enlist the help of his friends - and the power of his evolving martial arts skills - to defeat Piccolo before it's too late! Packed with spectacular visual effects, high-flying action, and over an hour of hard-hitting extras, Dragonball: Evolution Z-Edition brings the legend to life like never before!

Co-produced by Hong Kong legend Stephen Chow (Kung Fu Hustle), Dragonball Evolution is an agreeable if low-wattage live action adaptation of the iconic manga and anime series Dragon Ball. Director James Wong fuses the series’ fantasy-based characters and devices with a somewhat lackluster storyline involving average teen Goku (Justin Chatwin), who breaks from his wholesale pining for classmate Chi-Chi (Jamie Chung) to that he’s at the center of an intergalactic search for the all-powerful Dragonballs by evil warlord Piccolo (Buffy’s James Marsters). With the help of master Roshi (Chow Yun-Fat, who backburners his stoic screen image in favor of some God of Gamblers/Once a Thief-level hamminess), Goku develops his fighting skills to take on Piccolo and save the Earth. The film’s abundance of martial arts should please younger and less discerning viewers, but its hackneyed dialogue and sluggish pace (especially in the fight scenes, which stutter where they should flow) may disappoint longtime fans of the book and television adaptations. The CGI effects, which labor mightily to reproduce the source material’s eye-popping look, also fall short, though the cast is game, especially Marsters and Chow. -- Paul Gaita Stills from Dragonball: Evolution (Click for larger image)    

Silblade utilizes a high steel gauge, powder coated with long lasting paint to withstand extreme weather conditions and resist corrosion. SilBlade utilizes patented silicone rubber blade with graphite and PTFE that ensures smooth operation, superior visibility, and outstanding performance that lasts years, not months.

SilBlade Premium wiper blades utilize high-gauge steel and a powder coating with long-lasting paint to withstand extreme weather conditions and resist corrosion. In addition, SilBlade wiper blades are made with a patented silicone rubber blade that contains graphite and PTFE that ensures smooth operation, superior visibility, and outstanding performance that lasts years, not months like other wiper blades on the market. Available in sizes 12" through 28." Visibility on rainy conditions improves with every wipe. View larger. The Wiper Blade That Lasts Years, Not Months Driving can be challenging when facing unpredicted weather conditions, but often one has to wonder why companies simply can't seem to make products that last. Is it a shortfall in their technology, or is it rather planned obsolescence. Thankfully this is not a question that consumers need to ask in reference to SilBlade products. The goal at SilBlade is simple, to create quality wiper blade products that don't need constant replacing, but that drivers can count on when they need clarity behind the wheel. This has made the durability of SilBlade products exceptional, with their line of wiper blades consistently lasting for years rather than months. This saves you money, and avoids unnecessary waste in landfills of used products. Quality wiper construction that lasts years. View larger. SilBlade vs. standard rubber wipers. View larger. SilBlade Technology All SilBlade wipers use the patented silicone rubber formula wiper squeegee. The SilBlade patented formulation is unaffected by the elements that break down conventional wipers (UV/sunlight), ozone, oil and grime from road spray. This unique formulation is also unaffected by extreme temperatures as low as -80°F and as high as 400°F. The graphite and PTFE nonstick coating in the formulation gives the SilBlade silicone wiper its ability to effortlessly glide smoothly across your windshield. The SilBlade patented formulation leaves an invisible hydrophobic coating (water repellent) within 90 days from the first use. The activated release recharges the hydrophobic layer with every use throughout the life of SilBlade wipers. The result is that your visibility on rainy conditions improves with every wipe. Key Features A patented formulation, unaffected by UV, sunlight, ozone, oil and grime from road spray that can withstand extreme temperatures as low as -80° Fahrenheit and as high as 400° Fahrenheit Patented PTFE coating gives our silicone wiper its ability to effortlessly glide smoothly across your windshield Silicone formulation leaves an invisible hydrophobic (water repellent) coating, which forms within 90 days from the first use Frame is made of high gauge steel and is powder coated with long lasting paint to withstand extreme weather conditions and resist corrosion Easy installation via a pre-installed adapter that fits the vast majority of vehicles and comes with additional adapters to fit late model specific OEM (original equipment manufacturer) arm types Available in sizes 12" through 28" What's in the Box 1 SilBlade Premium black silicone wiper blade. 5 Years Limited Product Warranty Specialty Products Enterprise, LLC. (SPE) warrants Silblade®, UltraSilblade®, Flexblade™, Rear Blades to be free from defects in workmanship and materials under normal use for a period of 5 years from date of purchase. For warranty questions contact the manufacturer info@silblade.com, or 888 800-1244, ext 2. About SPE SilBlade was created by Silicone Specialty Products (SSP). SSP is a manufacturer of a wide variety of silicone rubber products for both industrial and consumer uses. The company was founded by four former GE Silicone scientists and marketing personnel who were committed to developing the ultimate windshield wiper. They worked on perfecting the silicone rubber wiper formula for 2 years. The patented formula uses a unique blend of silicone rubber (for durability) and graphite (for superior surface wipe) resulting in the "BEST" silicone wiper on the market. In 2010 SilBlade was sold to Specialty Products Enterprises, LLC (SPE). SPE are pioneers in the automotive aftermarket specialty replacement parts.

Gorilla Automotive carries a complete line of hex socket lugs and locks with unfailing quality and finish controlled through every step of manufacturing to deliver lug nuts that outperform. Gorilla lug bolt locks are made from heat treated hardened steel and utilize a unique external security pattern for superior protection and trouble free installation and removal.

Gorilla Automotive carries a complete line of wheel accessories with unfailing quality and finish controlled through every step of manufacturing. Gorilla wheel studs are created with cold-forged steel and finished with Zinc plating providing a strong long lasting wheel stud.

Dorman Products, Inc. is well-known as a leader in providing quality auto parts to the aftermarket. We've earned our reputation for excellence from over three decades of experience in providing automotive replacement parts, fasteners and service line products primarily for the automotive aftermarket. Our prestigious position stems from a unique combination of application expertise, innovative product design, and breadth of product offerings, many of which are not conveniently or economically available elsewhere. At Dorman, we take pride in the quality of our products and in your satisfaction.

The original design that set the standard for wheel security, Gorilla Locks are the most advanced and unique locks on the market today. An external Security Pattern makes the Gorilla Lock virtually impossible to remove without the matching key. Made from case-hardened steel and chrome plated for lasting beauty, these locks are designed for unsurpassed security.

Silblade utilizes a high steel gauge, powder coated with long lasting paint to withstand extreme weather conditions and resist corrosion. SilBlade utilizes patented silicone rubber blade with graphite and PTFE that ensures smooth operation, superior visibility, and outstanding performance that lasts years, not months.

SilBlade Premium wiper blades utilize high-gauge steel and a powder coating with long-lasting paint to withstand extreme weather conditions and resist corrosion. In addition, SilBlade wiper blades are made with a patented silicone rubber blade that contains graphite and PTFE that ensures smooth operation, superior visibility, and outstanding performance that lasts years, not months like other wiper blades on the market. Available in sizes 12" through 28." Visibility on rainy conditions improves with every wipe. View larger. The Wiper Blade That Lasts Years, Not Months Driving can be challenging when facing unpredicted weather conditions, but often one has to wonder why companies simply can't seem to make products that last. Is it a shortfall in their technology, or is it rather planned obsolescence. Thankfully this is not a question that consumers need to ask in reference to SilBlade products. The goal at SilBlade is simple, to create quality wiper blade products that don't need constant replacing, but that drivers can count on when they need clarity behind the wheel. This has made the durability of SilBlade products exceptional, with their line of wiper blades consistently lasting for years rather than months. This saves you money, and avoids unnecessary waste in landfills of used products. Quality wiper construction that lasts years. View larger. SilBlade vs. standard rubber wipers. View larger. SilBlade Technology All SilBlade wipers use the patented silicone rubber formula wiper squeegee. The SilBlade patented formulation is unaffected by the elements that break down conventional wipers (UV/sunlight), ozone, oil and grime from road spray. This unique formulation is also unaffected by extreme temperatures as low as -80°F and as high as 400°F. The graphite and PTFE nonstick coating in the formulation gives the SilBlade silicone wiper its ability to effortlessly glide smoothly across your windshield. The SilBlade patented formulation leaves an invisible hydrophobic coating (water repellent) within 90 days from the first use. The activated release recharges the hydrophobic layer with every use throughout the life of SilBlade wipers. The result is that your visibility on rainy conditions improves with every wipe. Key Features A patented formulation, unaffected by UV, sunlight, ozone, oil and grime from road spray that can withstand extreme temperatures as low as -80° Fahrenheit and as high as 400° Fahrenheit Patented PTFE coating gives our silicone wiper its ability to effortlessly glide smoothly across your windshield Silicone formulation leaves an invisible hydrophobic (water repellent) coating, which forms within 90 days from the first use Frame is made of high gauge steel and is powder coated with long lasting paint to withstand extreme weather conditions and resist corrosion Easy installation via a pre-installed adapter that fits the vast majority of vehicles and comes with additional adapters to fit late model specific OEM (original equipment manufacturer) arm types Available in sizes 12" through 28" What's in the Box 1 SilBlade Premium black silicone wiper blade. 5 Years Limited Product Warranty Specialty Products Enterprise, LLC. (SPE) warrants Silblade®, UltraSilblade®, Flexblade™, Rear Blades to be free from defects in workmanship and materials under normal use for a period of 5 years from date of purchase. For warranty questions contact the manufacturer info@silblade.com, or 888 800-1244, ext 2. About SPE SilBlade was created by Silicone Specialty Products (SSP). SSP is a manufacturer of a wide variety of silicone rubber products for both industrial and consumer uses. The company was founded by four former GE Silicone scientists and marketing personnel who were committed to developing the ultimate windshield wiper. They worked on perfecting the silicone rubber wiper formula for 2 years. The patented formula uses a unique blend of silicone rubber (for durability) and graphite (for superior surface wipe) resulting in the "BEST" silicone wiper on the market. In 2010 SilBlade was sold to Specialty Products Enterprises, LLC (SPE). SPE are pioneers in the automotive aftermarket specialty replacement parts.

Gorilla Automotive carries a complete line of hex socket lugs and locks with unfailing quality and finish controlled through every step of manufacturing to deliver lug nuts that outperform. Gorilla lug bolt locks are made from heat treated hardened steel and utilize a unique external security pattern for superior protection and trouble free installation and removal.

Gorilla Automotive carries a complete line of wheel accessories with unfailing quality and finish controlled through every step of manufacturing. Gorilla wheel studs are created with cold-forged steel and finished with Zinc plating providing a strong long lasting wheel stud.

Dorman Products, Inc. is well-known as a leader in providing quality auto parts to the aftermarket. We've earned our reputation for excellence from over three decades of experience in providing automotive replacement parts, fasteners and service line products primarily for the automotive aftermarket. Our prestigious position stems from a unique combination of application expertise, innovative product design, and breadth of product offerings, many of which are not conveniently or economically available elsewhere. At Dorman, we take pride in the quality of our products and in your satisfaction.

The original design that set the standard for wheel security, Gorilla Locks are the most advanced and unique locks on the market today. An external Security Pattern makes the Gorilla Lock virtually impossible to remove without the matching key. Made from case-hardened steel and chrome plated for lasting beauty, these locks are designed for unsurpassed security.

Silblade utilizes a high steel gauge, powder coated with long lasting paint to withstand extreme weather conditions and resist corrosion. SilBlade utilizes patented silicone rubber blade with graphite and PTFE that ensures smooth operation, superior visibility, and outstanding performance that lasts years, not months.

SilBlade Premium wiper blades utilize high-gauge steel and a powder coating with long-lasting paint to withstand extreme weather conditions and resist corrosion. In addition, SilBlade wiper blades are made with a patented silicone rubber blade that contains graphite and PTFE that ensures smooth operation, superior visibility, and outstanding performance that lasts years, not months like other wiper blades on the market. Available in sizes 12" through 28." Visibility on rainy conditions improves with every wipe. View larger. The Wiper Blade That Lasts Years, Not Months Driving can be challenging when facing unpredicted weather conditions, but often one has to wonder why companies simply can't seem to make products that last. Is it a shortfall in their technology, or is it rather planned obsolescence. Thankfully this is not a question that consumers need to ask in reference to SilBlade products. The goal at SilBlade is simple, to create quality wiper blade products that don't need constant replacing, but that drivers can count on when they need clarity behind the wheel. This has made the durability of SilBlade products exceptional, with their line of wiper blades consistently lasting for years rather than months. This saves you money, and avoids unnecessary waste in landfills of used products. Quality wiper construction that lasts years. View larger. SilBlade vs. standard rubber wipers. View larger. SilBlade Technology All SilBlade wipers use the patented silicone rubber formula wiper squeegee. The SilBlade patented formulation is unaffected by the elements that break down conventional wipers (UV/sunlight), ozone, oil and grime from road spray. This unique formulation is also unaffected by extreme temperatures as low as -80°F and as high as 400°F. The graphite and PTFE nonstick coating in the formulation gives the SilBlade silicone wiper its ability to effortlessly glide smoothly across your windshield. The SilBlade patented formulation leaves an invisible hydrophobic coating (water repellent) within 90 days from the first use. The activated release recharges the hydrophobic layer with every use throughout the life of SilBlade wipers. The result is that your visibility on rainy conditions improves with every wipe. Key Features A patented formulation, unaffected by UV, sunlight, ozone, oil and grime from road spray that can withstand extreme temperatures as low as -80° Fahrenheit and as high as 400° Fahrenheit Patented PTFE coating gives our silicone wiper its ability to effortlessly glide smoothly across your windshield Silicone formulation leaves an invisible hydrophobic (water repellent) coating, which forms within 90 days from the first use Frame is made of high gauge steel and is powder coated with long lasting paint to withstand extreme weather conditions and resist corrosion Easy installation via a pre-installed adapter that fits the vast majority of vehicles and comes with additional adapters to fit late model specific OEM (original equipment manufacturer) arm types Available in sizes 12" through 28" What's in the Box 1 SilBlade Premium black silicone wiper blade. 5 Years Limited Product Warranty Specialty Products Enterprise, LLC. (SPE) warrants Silblade®, UltraSilblade®, Flexblade™, Rear Blades to be free from defects in workmanship and materials under normal use for a period of 5 years from date of purchase. For warranty questions contact the manufacturer info@silblade.com, or 888 800-1244, ext 2. About SPE SilBlade was created by Silicone Specialty Products (SSP). SSP is a manufacturer of a wide variety of silicone rubber products for both industrial and consumer uses. The company was founded by four former GE Silicone scientists and marketing personnel who were committed to developing the ultimate windshield wiper. They worked on perfecting the silicone rubber wiper formula for 2 years. The patented formula uses a unique blend of silicone rubber (for durability) and graphite (for superior surface wipe) resulting in the "BEST" silicone wiper on the market. In 2010 SilBlade was sold to Specialty Products Enterprises, LLC (SPE). SPE are pioneers in the automotive aftermarket specialty replacement parts.

Gorilla Automotive carries a complete line of hex socket lugs and locks with unfailing quality and finish controlled through every step of manufacturing to deliver lug nuts that outperform. Gorilla lug bolt locks are made from heat treated hardened steel and utilize a unique external security pattern for superior protection and trouble free installation and removal.

Gorilla Automotive carries a complete line of wheel accessories with unfailing quality and finish controlled through every step of manufacturing. Gorilla wheel studs are created with cold-forged steel and finished with Zinc plating providing a strong long lasting wheel stud.

Dorman Products, Inc. is well-known as a leader in providing quality auto parts to the aftermarket. We've earned our reputation for excellence from over three decades of experience in providing automotive replacement parts, fasteners and service line products primarily for the automotive aftermarket. Our prestigious position stems from a unique combination of application expertise, innovative product design, and breadth of product offerings, many of which are not conveniently or economically available elsewhere. At Dorman, we take pride in the quality of our products and in your satisfaction.

The original design that set the standard for wheel security, Gorilla Locks are the most advanced and unique locks on the market today. An external Security Pattern makes the Gorilla Lock virtually impossible to remove without the matching key. Made from case-hardened steel and chrome plated for lasting beauty, these locks are designed for unsurpassed security.