Shaun Donovan: “If there are regulations that stand in the way of doing smart things, cut the red tape.”

I recognize that now-Secretary Burwell has set a high bar for OMB Directors going forward, both with her strong leadership and her efforts to maintain solid relationships with Congress.

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.

We cannot afford a return to mindless austerity.

It is foolish for us not to act and both take further steps to reduce climate change, reduce greenhouse gas emissions.