I agree totally with you.

But I also wonder whether, if it's true that a huge proportion of people who are now insured in the private arena moved to the public plan, doesn't that undermine your point that the private employer-based system is so popular?

I would express my deep concern that that is something that would not be looked upon favorably by my constituents.

I have two quick questions about the bundling recommendations.

The standards that you set in making the report say you want to increase the accountability of providers and the value of care.

I appreciate the courtesy you have extended to a non-Member of the Subcommittee.

We think there is a need for some quality adjustment in the payment system as well.

the American people need that degree of confidence.

Bourbon is an extremely important product in my district and my State.

the transparency provisions and reforms that are built into the budget will provide a level of transparency to the American people about how this money is being spent that they have never seen before.