Nomination of General Eric Shinseki to be Secretary of Veterans Affairs

Senator Akaka, Chairman of the Veterans' Affairs Committee, said: "General Shinseki is a great choice. He is well aware of the needs of our veterans and will make an excellent Secretary of Veterans Affairs.  I've worked with him in the past and I look forward to working with him in the future.  I have great respect for General Shinseki's judgment and abilities.  I am confident that he will use his wisdom and experience to ensure that our veterans receive the respect and care they have earned in defense of our nation.  President-Elect Obama is selecting a team that reflects our nation's greatest strength, its diversity, and I applaud him."