Johnny Isakson: “I hope you will get with the Coke people who are here today so you all can clear up that difference so we make sure…”

Success now and in the future will require close collaboration between the VA and Congress, a focus on engagement as well as accountability.

I don't want to cut anybody out, but I want to make that point. I yield to Senator Shelby. The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. Crapo). The Senator from Alabama.

It's deplorable what he said.

We have a second to certify our growth in the VA by nominating James Byrne and approving his appointment. We have all worked hard to see that the VA is responsive. We get good news in the papers, not bad news. We are helping our veterans…