"I think that the VA--as a matter of fact I can unequivocally say that between when I came on this Committee in 2009 and now, the VA is doing a much better job."
"Well, my bet is that I will call before the end of the day that refutes that, that would be my bet."
"I want to commend the VA for it has absolutely improved since 2014, there is no question about that."
"Veterans have a right to make informed choices about where to receive care; however, that choice is dependent on transparent and accurate information about wait times."
"Thank you, Dr. Kizer, for taking time out of your busy schedule to share your expertise with us this morning."
"We would be remiss if we do not take a moment to acknowledge the many ways in which access to care for veterans has improved since 2014."
"Oh, I think it is a noble goal, I mean, I absolutely do, it is just hard for me to believe it can be carried out."
"I have a very strong feeling. I put on a uniform and left this country to go to Southeast Asia over 40 years ago to protect your right to have a secret ballot."
"I found it hypocritical that when we developed the USMCA, that we had people on this committee right here insist that part of the MCA agreement that workers in Mexico had a right to a secret ballot, w..."
"The way you have a noncoercive--the way it is noncoercive is you pull the curtain and you get to vote in a secret ballot."
"The RFRA protects people of faith from discrimination by allowing them to challenge government actions that would burden their freedom to practice their religion."