Political Quotes

“First, let me congratulate the eight participants who were willing to subject themselves to this debate. This is an experiment. It is the first of its kind on the floor of the House. Obviously, we are feeling our way in certain respects. I want to thank all eight of you for your participation. There will be those will speculate as to who won this debate. I think in a very real sense the House of Representatives has won this debate, because this type of spirited debate can only improve the way in which we do the people's business here in the House of Representatives. I also think that the American people have won in this debate, for they have had a opportunity to witness different views on health care reform in a very democratic setting, and that can only help in raising the image of this body in the eyes of public. Last, I think the issue of health care reform has been advanced by this type of a debate in which the differences can be explained. And hopefully, we will be able to find a common ground for the enactment of health care reform.”