Rob Andrews: “our friend from Long Island, Mrs. McCarthy, who practiced nursing before joining us here in the House, is recognized for…”

It is appalling. But, you know, when all seems lost, there are some metrics... that make you feel a little more optimistic.

I say good morning to our colleagues, and hope that as we focus on the very real pain and burden that so many Americans are feeling that we can act this afternoon to alleviate that pain, whether someone is looking for health care services…

I would like to be heard on the point of order. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gentleman from New Jersey is recognized. {time} 1800

I demand a recorded vote. A recorded vote was ordered. The SPEAKER pro tempore. This will be a 5-minute vote. The vote was taken by electronic device, and there were--ayes 261, noes 157, not voting 12, as follows: [Roll No. 587] AYES--261…