Daniel Akaka actually said...

"I think it is very important that we strengthen them and I would see this national structure and accountability for having working relationships with affiliates set up at the network level as being im..."

"This position is an important one to this Committee because it is a key office for promoting transparency and collaboration between VA and Congress."

"The Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs will come to order."

"I intend to do all that I can to bring it to the full Senate during this legislative period."