You have to take that comprehensive approach.

At the end of this 10-year decade, what is the effect of the trust fund of Social Security on the operating budget deficit of the U.S.

Other than the symbolic value of tackling Social Security for the long term, which is a notable goal.

I just wanted to say publicly, Mr. Chairman, that I have seen the Secretary on a daily basis perform his duties in the last several weeks...

Putting this together has been tough for you. It is a good first step, but we have a long way to go.

the repeal of the health legislation would increase budget deficits by something on the order of $230 billion

the law is the law, and the good news is, Mr. Chairman, the President proposes and the Congress disposes.

You are not going to be able to get--you are going to get beat because the powerful interests are there that can always beat you on an individual basis.

Why should Medicare be paying the premium price for drugs instead of the discounts that the U.S. Government gets in the drugs for Medicaid?

I want to add my comment and you are to get back to us and I would appreciate it if you would get back to me, as well as to the other Senators who raised the issue.

With the Panama Canal being expanded...these large ships are going to be able to come right through the Panama Canal and come to East Coast ports and that is going to increase a good bit of activity both coming in and going out.

the health care bill as it is passed right now and as it is law is roughly going to save the Federal Government in the next 10 years about a quarter of a trillion dollars