He started out in the VA as Deputy Secretary, serving from February 4, 1993[1] until August 10, 2000.[5] Gober was also Secretary-designate, when Clinton named him on July 31, 1997[7] to replace Jesse Brown. However, the nomination was withdrawn before Senate action began. That happened on October 27 the same year.[7]
During his time as Secretary, Gober headed a delegation that traveled to Vietnam to try to find information about missing veterans there.[8] He also worked to improve health care and create more clinics for veterans.[8]
Before serving in the VA, Gober was Director of the Arkansas Department of Veterans Affairs from January 4, 1988[2] to February 4, 1993[2] during President Clinton's time as Governor.[9]
In Vietnam
Gober served two tours in Vietnam.[1] He also worked with an American/Vietnamese team that made Vietnamese songs. Later, in 1969, he was hurt while serving as a company commander.[10]
