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Thanks to Diane for clarifying. Richardson's underlying point–continuity of treatment–and Obama's–ease of access for vets and their families–are both well taken, however. As a committee member, I expected better from Obama, frankly, but neither of them were off-base.

The candidates and press erred when they referred to Walter Reade Hospital while discussing the VA. Walter Reade is run by the Department of Defense, NOT the Veterans' Administration. The VA and the DOD are two very different agencies and such distinction should be made during discussions on the topic of veterans' health care. The public should be accurately informed of which branch of government is responsible and accountable.