Barack Obama: “That is an accurate statement by the distinguished Senator from Massachusetts. He characterizes it correctly. I add that…”

“That is an accurate statement by the distinguished Senator from Massachusetts. He characterizes it correctly. I add that all the statistics I have seen indicate one of the fastest growing segments engaged in bankruptcy is senior citizens who I don't think are any different than they were back in the day when we think people were more responsible and more thrifty. I think they are still thrifty and responsible. What has happened is they are experiencing extremely tough times partly because they are having difficulty paying for prescription medicines that are not covered under Medicaid.”