I would really describe [sequestration], in many cases, as mindless austerity, cutting just simply straight across the budget without reflecting, really, which are the critical investments.
Donovan criticizes sequestration as a mindless approach to budget cuts without considering critical investments.
Share
More from Shaun Donovan
I would never believe that the private sector, left to its own devices, is the best possible solution. I am in Government because of the role of Government in setting rules and working in partnership with the private sector.
Not only have we seen the slowest growth in healthcare costs over the last 3 years that we have seen in 50 years, but the budget goes farther.
We all understand the impact the foreclosure crisis has had on homeowners, but the crisis hurt communities, too.