"I think we have to move forward to an automatic enrollment in VA for members of the Guard and Reserve."
"I fully concur with the idea of getting more people into the system, more people and more hours, especially for those who are still working."
"The DAV has a resolution from its membership urging VA to redouble its efforts to request adequate funding in future budgets."
"I think under President Obama we are going to make more progress, and it is imperative that we continue to work together."
"We just passed last year, as you know, the most significant changes in GI education that we have had since World War II."
"We need to clearly, as you have heard, reform the claims system."
"I believe we need to increase accessibility of the VA to all types of veterans, including those with full-time jobs."
"Is there any reason now why a CBOC or a medical facility in any State in the country could not have extended hours other than budgetary issues?"
"I believe that in the last 2 years, under Chairman Akaka's leadership, we have made some very, very significant changes."
"I, again, apologize for being late. I couldn't be at two places at the same time."
"You are probably talking to the right guy, who is chairman of the Agriculture and Health and Human Services."