Paul Tonko actually said...

"So much of the debate we have with our Republican colleagues about the Affordable Care Act comes down to one simple question: Is it a good thing for Americans to have access to quality health insuranc..."

"The Harvard researchers found that, following healthcare reform in Massachusetts, mortality rates dropped significantly compared to surrounding States."

"Even more shameful is the refusal of Republican Governors and some legislatures to expand the Medicaid program."

"I think Republicans are really outside of the mainstream when they try to argue that Americans aren't better off if they have health insurance coverage."