Tom Malinowski actually said...

"Thank you for the opportunity to testify today alongside my colleagues, each of whom have put together thoughtful proposals to get us closer to that North Star of universal coverage."

"My bill, the Expanding Healthcare Options for Early Retirees Act, would allow retired first responders...to buy into Medicare beginning at age 50."

"We are long past the point when this should be done, and it should not be linked to any ongoing negotiations on trade or any other subject."

"Now, I believe that everybody who wants Medicare--teachers, caregivers, coal miners, farmers, service workers, everyone--should be able to live with the dignity and security that the program provides."