Political Quotes

“I often say that I like to see when people reveal themselves. With this objection today, my colleague from Wyoming has sent a clear message to Americans living with preexisting conditions that the Republican Party doesn't care about them. I am disappointed with his objection, but I can't say that I am surprised. Today's action is very consistent with the Republican Party's hostility to the ACA and their belief that healthcare is a privilege reserved only for those who can afford it. To recap, Republicans voted dozens of times over the past 9 years to repeal the ACA in its entirety. The Senate came within one vote in July 2017 of repealing the law--one vote. The majority leader and my Republican colleagues from South Carolina and Louisiana proposed--and came close to passing--a bill that would have gutted the ACA and cut hundreds of billions of dollars from Medicaid. As part of their huge tax cut for the rich and corporations, Donald Trump and congressional Republicans eliminated the individual coverage requirement of ACA, driving up premiums across the country. So the assault on healthcare continues. The American people are paying attention, and Republicans will be held accountable. I yield the floor. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from Wyoming. Unanimous Consent Request”