Daniel Akaka actually said...

"Thank you and your staff for all that you do to support the mental needs of veterans."

"Enacting stronger protections so whistle blowers can come forward without fear of retaliation is one of my top priorities."

"While we continue to improve educational benefits such as the G.I. Bill, job training, and other opportunities through legislation spearheaded by the Chairman, we must keep working to improve the ment..."

"I think that this hearing is another vital step as we work to improve the services our veterans have earned and deserve."