Eric Shinseki: “I see it as one that offers an opportunity for me to give back to those who have served in uniform.”

I would say that is our only mission, Mr. Chairman. I mean if you look at any of our buildings, emblazoned on them is the words of Abraham Lincoln, to care for him who have borne the battle.

I ask the Committee, and the rest of Congress, to help us by resolving this fiscal impasse now.

The President fully supports veterans and their families, and by providing them the care and benefits they have earned, we pay tribute to the sacrifices that veterans have made for this Nation.

The President believes in Veterans and their families, believes in providing them the care and benefits they've earned.