Rob Andrews: “Letter, dated March 18, 2013, from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)”

I thank my friend for the time. Mr. Speaker, there's been an avalanche of talk from both sides, an avalanche of opinion. That's democracy. I think there is one indisputable fact, and that is the one way to end the government shutdown today…

I thank my friend from New Jersey for his tireless leadership on this very important cause. It is inspirational. Mr. Speaker, since the Affordable Care Act became law, 9 million Americans have health insurance who did not have it before--9…

I believe that this rebalancing is the right priority for the country.

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