David Shulkin: “The VA has recently taken several positive steps to care for veterans struggling with mental health issues.”

I came to Washington with the commitment to make our system work better for veterans. That's the commitment that I went to work every day. I continue to feel strongly about that. There was no reason why I would resign.

VA OIG reports 'must be accurate,' 'must be fair,' and 'must be objective.' This report is none of those things.

It is my hope we can work together to ensure talented medical professional remain in the VA to deliver quality care to our veterans.

Slowing down and pausing to see what the consequences are, even if they are unintended consequences, is important to do.