Mark Begich: “It's a good question, it's a good point for later down the road, too.”

Implementing the Affordable Care Act eclipsed things.

It has been an honor to be here.

Just assuming the private sector is going to absorb all this is not realistic.

We specifically extend our appreciation to Senator Murkowski and Senator Begich for their support and efforts to repeal the Alaska exception of the Violence Against Women Act.