General Eric Shinseki , one of the finest soldiers of his generation , performed a final act of service for his country when he fell on his sword . David Gergen : An admirable Shinseki performed selfless act of service be resigning VA post . VA needs world - class leader with support network of ex - soldiers and veterans , he says . Gergen : It 's a narrow field of qualified . Ashton Carter . Major General Paul Allen would be good . ... Most crucial is recruiting top - notch veterans who can help imaginatively pull VA into shape .
David Gergen : An admirable Shinseki performed selfless act of service be resigning VA post . VA needs world - class leader with support network of ex - soldiers and veterans , he says . Gergen : It 's a narrow field of qualified . Ashton Carter . Major General Paul Allen would be good . ... Most crucial is recruiting top - notch veterans who can help imaginatively pull VA into shape .