Anna Eshoo actually said...

The middle class has taken a hit. There is no question in my mind about that. And that is not acceptable for any of us.

This analysis shows the importance of the mandate penalty also.

These policies are having the direct effect of raising premiums and pricing millions of Americans out of coverage.

I welcome the fact that today's hearing is about building out and improving the Affordable Care Act which is what we need to focus on.