We are very focused--like a laser beam, if I may--on this issue of the exit and making sure that we have price stability in the medium term.

Then they would have to avail themselves of the Treasury's backstop.

It is imperative on all of us as the policymakers, particularly the Congress which is responsible for fiscal policy, to make sure that we do achieve the necessary stabilization that will allow deficits to come down.

'Too big to fail,' has been sometimes called a policy or a doctrine. It is not a policy; it is a problem.

Of course, debt eventually has to be paid off, and that means higher taxes for our children and our grandchildren.

I believe there was as much planned expansion of long-term government spending and place markers for ever-expanding government programs in the package as there was government actions to actually try to stimulate spending, production, and…

I am concerned about overreach by the Administration on expanding the size of government and setting up costly and most likely inefficient programs that will stay with us forever and be paid for by hard-working Americans.

I think that is a great idea, because we focus on the wounded warrior and their family member.

This has been a very informative hearing, I think.

The more standardization, the easier it is for the case manager and the troops and their family to get through this thing.

The only reason I mentioned that is the Colonel Gadsons of the world.

Thank you very much.

If you're in charge of a WTU, we're going to judge you by how you take care of those who have paid a real heavy price.

we have been told that there is a national shortage of mental health providers, is that correct?

The DES pilot and expedited DES are in place and already helping our servicemembers and their families.

I want to thank you for conducting this hearing. You've been a terrific supporter of the Wounded Warrior Program, and men and women in the military, in general.

Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I thank the panel for sharing your experiences with us.

The establishment of new programs and policies alone does not guarantee success, but must be evaluated to ensure they are achieving their intended purpose.