The real VHA story is ideological opposition by the right—and clinical excellence despite chronic under-funding.

http://prospect.org/article/why-veterans-health-system-better-you-think

I know no minds will be changed here by posting this link. That is the nature of ideology: closed mind in spite of evidence to the contrary. But even if there is a slight change you might like a peek at a more balanced view of the VA health care issue, then read this article.