Patty Murray actually said...

"I have to say I am still--because I talk to veterans--really worried."

"when somebody goes over and serves our country and then--simply because somebody does not write something on a form--comes home and is denied their care, to me is just really unjust."

"I sincerely hope that, if confirmed, you will work to promote an open and proactive approach to relations with Congress."

"This tendency to downplay problems does the VA a serious disservice."