Jacob J. Lew: “Backed away from this deal to escalate the economic pressure and try to obtain a broader capitulation from Iran would be…”

I don't think defaulting on payments to veterans is any better than defaulting on payments to foreign bond holders.

I believe it is a crisis. I believe there is a need for action immediately on restructuring authority and on oversight.

I think the fee makes sense for two reasons: first, it does reflect the costs associated with fossil fuel use.

It is critically important for the peace of the world and the United States that Iran not get nuclear weapons.