Charles Rangel: “I just thought that the right thing for Americans to do was to believe that health care was a part of the pursuit of…”

My colleagues, if you are frustrated, if you are down and out, if you lack self-esteem, if you really want to get a good shot in the arm, kick the IRS. I am telling you, I have been down here 46 years. It always works. It always works. But…

If I'm gone, quite frankly, I don't give a damn.

I thank Congressman Sherman for giving me this time to speak on this important issue. I will also take this opportunity to thank Chairman Ed Royce. So many people ask: After 46 years, what do you consider your major accomplishments? It is…

Thank you, Mr. Chairman, for calling this hearing.