David Shulkin: “I want this job because I believe that it is my duty to serve those who have served our country, and second, because I…”

We think that VA offers tremendous training opportunities, and, frankly, it is in our interest to train these students.

We are following the Federal contracting rules and regulations, and we are trying to do this as quickly as we can.

I believe strongly, Anderson, that when it comes to V.A. and national security, we can't make this a political issue.

I wasn't willing to do that. I don't think that's the right thing for veterans and I stood up against them.