David Shulkin in 2018 State of the Union address

On Homeland Security: Largest modernization effort at VA in decades

Under President Trump's leadership, VA is engaged in the largest transformation and modernization effort in decades. As part of this effort, the department is tackling head-on issues that have lingered for years, including accountability, whistleblower protection, improving transparency and customer service for Veterans and expanding suicide prevention and mental health care services.

As outlined in tonight's address, VA will have another groundbreaking year in expanding and improving our services for Veterans, particularly when it comes giving them more choices over their health care decisions, & improving yet again on the timeliness of our decisions on Veterans' benefits.

The whole country was moved when President Trump recognized young Preston Sharp for his dedication & leadership in planting over 40,000 flags at our nation's cemeteries to recognize America's heroes. He has inspired hundreds of volunteers across the country who are looking to expand his effort to all 50 states.

Source: Trump Cabinet statements on 2018 State of the Union Jan 30, 2018

The above quotations are from 2018 State of the Union address to Congress, plus the Democratic response,Jan. 30, 2018. Click here for other excerpts from 2018 State of the Union address to Congress, plus the Democratic response,Jan. 30, 2018. Click here for other excerpts by David Shulkin. Click here for a profile of David Shulkin.
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