My hope is that Congress will follow through on the hard work they have done over the last 12 months and send a bill to the President soon.

This administration strongly believes that the only sure way to increase health security and stability, bring down healthcare costs, and give Americans better insurance choices is to pass comprehensive health insurance reform.

To the Muslim world, we seek a new way forward, based on mutual interest and mutual respect.

investments in research will improve and save countless lives for generations to come . . .

we appreciate the support of Congress, and particularly Chairman Harkin, in making these funds available.

I think the Recovery Act will be seen as a watershed for American education because it also laid the groundwork for needed reforms that will help improve our education system and ensure America's prosperity for decades to come.

We hope you will support the President's desire and increase funding for these important public health programs.

Federal funding is particularly critical at this time since State and local budgets are being severely cut during this economic downturn.

As a former Governor, I understand the tough choices States have to make when facing a difficult economy.

Washington can also help keep a promise made long ago to provide 40 percent of the cost of special education.

I am asking to support the $23 billion in education aid that Members of the House included through the SFSF in the Jobs for Main Street Act.

What more can Washington do? Provide more funding for the disadvantaged students.

If the supplemental is being replaced by the OCO request, then why is there such a large disparity?

Say, well, don't do it right now, because the economy's weak. When the economy was strong, we didn't do it.

You had 10 years.

I don't know how passing health care will play politically, but I do know that it's the right thing to do.

So, I will be honest with you, I don't know how passing health care will play politically. But I do know that it's the right thing to do.

If you like the insurance plan you have now, you can keep it.