Political Quotes

On the recordOctober 29, 2013
No veteran should have to wait months and months or even years to receive a decision from the VA.
Said by
Richard Blumenthal
Democratic · Connecticut

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizing the need for timely decisions on veterans' claims.

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