Erik Paulsen: “From the beginning, it was clear to many Americans that ObamaCare was far too burdensome, far too complex, and far too…”

“From the beginning, it was clear to many Americans that ObamaCare was far too burdensome, far too complex, and far too bureaucratic to be successfully implemented. And now it appears the Obama administration agrees. Just a few weeks ago, the administration announces on a blog post a 1-year delay of the employer mandate, admitting that it is unworkable. Now, I've advised hundreds of businesses in Minnesota and have heard loud and clear the concerns that Obama's mandates and rules mean increased costs, higher taxes, fewer hours for workers, lost jobs and layoffs. But it's not fair that the administration is choosing to let the individual mandate take effect, letting millions of average Americans be hit with a mandate and new financial penalties. Why is the administration only concerned about protecting business, but not hardworking American taxpayers? Today we have an opportunity to also delay the individual mandate in order to protect all Americans. This is an issue of fairness. Average Americans are struggling under this law and they need relief. They need protection, and they need real health care reform. Mr. McDERMOTT. Mr. Speaker, I submit for the Record the report on the Third Congressional District of Minnesota and the people who will benefit from this act.…”