Accountability Quote by David Shulkin
“There will be far greater accountability, dramatically improved access, responsiveness, and expanded care options, but the Department of Veterans Affairs will not be privatized under my watch.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Press conference, Department of Veterans Affairs, 2017
The speaker promises better accountability, access, responsiveness, and more care choices while keeping the VA public.
In simple terms: Improved VA services without privatization.
Support public VA, resist privatization.
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When to use this quote
- Veterans seeking medical care
- policy makers drafting legislation
- public debates on privatization
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can accountability be measured?
- What safeguards ensure expanded care?
Implementation may face budget constraints and bureaucratic resistance.