Second Guessing the Pentagon

I'm a little concerned about this Congressional QDR committee which may use its power to keep unneeded and overpriced weapons. Listen to this from the Seapower Ambassador newsletter (I couldn't find the newsletter on their website):

One of the most critical programs involves funding for the next generation of destroyers, the DDX. Increasing the budget request for DDX is critical for both shipyards in the program to complete detailed design and move to production of the 21st century destroyer. Any delay in the program will result in major disruptions throughout the shipbuilding industry and the loss of thousands of critical job skills across the country.

and almost as an after thought they say it needed for defense:

Program delays will also increase risks to our national security as this ship is urgently needed to confront current and emerging threats.

Which makes me suspicious of their motives. Legacy weapons like the carrier, destroyers, and submarines will probably keep being built, but it may take another Pearl Harbor to convince Congress and the Navythe folly of relying on large platforms in the era of smart bombs and cruise missiles.