I'll be one of the spokespeople, one of the people who sells the Administration's plans.
Donna ShalalaI think President Bush tried to step up on Social Security even though the polls showed that was unpopular. He has not been successful and backed off, but I admire people who take on big problems.
Donna ShalalaI compensate for big risks by always doing my homework and being well-prepared. I can take on larger risks by reducing the overall risk.
Donna ShalalaSometimes I'll trust my gut more than my head. Logical information might lead me in one direction and my feelings in another. Whereas I would have followed my head ten years ago, now I'm as likely or more likely to go with my gut feeling. It's ironic - you'd think the opposite would be true as you move to the top but it's not.
Donna Shalala