On the recordMarch 21, 2010
We all have compassion for families struggling, those who have lost jobs, those who lack access to health care. We all want to do what's right for our country. We all want to solve these problems. But as I look at this massive, complex and partisan bill, I see premiums continuing to rise for families and abject failure to control health care costs for families and businesses. I see huge tax increases coupled with irresponsible cuts to Medicare services, all to expand new coverage entitlements where physician access will worsen, continuing to burden our strapped emergency rooms. Mr. Speaker, frankly, I see a sequel to the modern Greek fiscal tragedy unfolding before us with a potential for default. We have a duty to reform health care, but an obligation to get it right.
