Political Quotes

“I rise on this occasion to offer remarks on the imminent departure of the Secretary of Veterans Affairs Jesse Brown. Secretary Brown is due to leave the helm of the second largest Federal agency at the conclusion of this month. Special thanks should go to my Committee colleague Representative Corrine Brown of Florida for her efforts to organize this special order. As the second secretary of this relatively new cabinet-level agency, I believe that Jesse Brown's steadfast advocacy has defined the role for future holders of this post. No one has worked harder or more effectively to be an advocate for veterans. His decision to be an advocate inside the administration was both courageous and necessary. His passionate voice will be missed. Secretary Brown has truly been a 'Secretary for Veterans Affairs.' We have had some differences in matters of policy. But we have shared--and we will continue to share--a sincere desire to serve our veterans. For I believe there is no higher calling than to serve those who have given to our country. I want to take a moment to point out what I believe to be one of the major accomplishments of Secretary Brown's administration. His decision to hire Dr. Kizer as Undersecretary for VA Health Care, and permitting him to reshape the VA Health Care System, shows world-class vision. It was that kind of vision that was necessary for revitalization of the Nation's largest health care system.”