Rob Andrews: “I am encouraged by the fact that I think you have extended an opportunity to work with the chairman and with all of us.”

My colleagues, Mr. Speaker, when people in politics don't want to say ``yes'' or ``no,'' they just keep talking. We could do a lot more tonight than just keep talking. We could cast a vote that would say to the American taxpayers, the…

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

I understand this is a conceptual proposal, but we don't legislate concepts; we legislate statutes and they have real impact on real people.

I think every American should have health insurance.