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It's Not Government That Creates Jobs; It's Small Business. Our Job Is To Make Sure They Have The Access To Capital, The Access To Contracting Opportunities, And The Help, Advice And Mentoring That They Need To Go Out And Be Successful.

Small Businesses Have Told Us That Having Cash In Their Pocket Is One Of The Primary Things That They Need.

I Think We've Learned That The S.b.a. Plays A Critical Role In Providing Access And Opportunity When The Market Is Not Providing That Access. We Help Banks Get That Money Out Into The Hands Of Important And Viable Businesses, Particularly Those Owned By Minorities, Women, Immigrants And Veterans.

After Four Years As Administrator Of The Sba, I Have Let President Obama Know That I Will Not Be Staying For A Second Term. I Will Stay On Until My Successor Is Confirmed To Ensure A Smooth And Seamless Transition.

I Grew Up In A Family Business... That Really Has Provided The Core Of My Belief In American Small Business, And In America's Ability To Grow And Operate Important Businesses That Can Compete And Be Successful.