I think one of the most important things in this free society that we live in is a secret ballot.

Thank you, Dr. Kizer, for taking time out of your busy schedule to share your expertise with us this morning.

The problem was access.

I think that the VA--as a matter of fact I can unequivocally say that between when I came on this Committee in 2009 and now, the VA is doing a much better job.

The two most important people in my office was the first person to answer the phone when the patient called in to make that appointment and the person that greeted them when they came in.

Well, my bet is that I will call before the end of the day that refutes that, that would be my bet.

Veterans have a right to make informed choices about where to receive care; however, that choice is dependent on transparent and accurate information about wait times.

We would be remiss if we do not take a moment to acknowledge the many ways in which access to care for veterans has improved since 2014.

Oh, I think it is a noble goal, I mean, I absolutely do, it is just hard for me to believe it can be carried out.

I want to commend the VA for it has absolutely improved since 2014, there is no question about that.

More and more, I think, people believe that Donald Trump is a racist. Donald Trump is a racist.

My - my advice has been talk about Trump for a moment, and then pivot, pivot to what we're good at. We're good at healthcare. He's terrible at healthcare. We're good at education. He's terrible at - about education. We're actually good at…

I don't believe we should fight the election on impeachment and race. I do think it's really clear to make Donald Trump unacceptable for decent people to vote for.

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It's racist because last time I checked Bernie Sanders, who is actually Democratic socialist, was never told to go back to where he came from. But four congresswomen of color were told that by the President. It's racist.

I have a D-minus voting record from the NRA.

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