A biography for Sylvia Mathews Burwellhasn’t been written yet.
“In Mexico, a network of government-operated rural convenience stores is offering banking services to rural communities.”
“Where the federal government and the taxpayer has had funds misused, we need to use the full extent of the law to get those funds back for the taxpayer.”
“Health care costs are an issue both for the government and for our larger economy.”
“Medical attention and emotional support can be difficult to obtain for those in need, yet both are essential to nurturing healthy futures year round and especially during the holiday season.”
“While natural disasters capture headlines and national attention short-term, the work of recovery and rebuilding is long-term.”
“My mother at the age of 65 decided she was going to run for mayor. She had never run for public office, and she decided she wanted to try and do some things for the community.”
“Technologies, including cell phones, have the potential to help millions of poor people out of poverty by enabling access to a range of safe, affordable financial services - most importantly, savings accounts - that have long been out of reach.”
“When nonprofits, companies and consumers work together, we believe we can make long term, positive change for the millions of people in America who struggle with hunger.”
“I kind of have never thought about a career path, which is an unusual approach.”