Political Quotes

“I want to thank my colleague from California for being here this evening, for sharing the time, allowing me to speak with him. And I must say how excited I was that a friend who actually had a rewarding career was willing to jump into the political fray, which has been difficult at times, particularly as we've had the contentious issues surrounding health care, and that you would be willing to bring your expertise, time, and energy when you had other choices with your life and career. We really appreciate it. Because the experience you have had in the medical profession, the years of study, the actual experience with real-life people adds a dimension that is helpful here in ways that I don't know that you fully appreciate, but I certainly do. I also appreciate focusing on the critical nature of Medicare and where we're going in the world of health care reform. I just spent last week dealing with my Republican friends' approach to the budget. It can only be described as an exercise in fantasy. {time} 1810 They start with the notion that somehow they're going to eliminate ObamaCare entirely; and they seek to transfer the burden of Medicare and Medicaid from the government onto the shoulders of some of America's most vulnerable poor and disabled, and our senior citizens. I really appreciate your focusing on the importance of Medicare in providing dignity and stability to millions of Americans.…”