David Shulkin: “We are going to have a program that is either going to be out of money, out of gas, or out of both.”

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

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

We just have to do more.

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.