Jeff Merkley actually said...

"I want to start with Mr. Larsen's comments that exchanges provide greater information to consumers; one-stop shopping where consumers will be able to compare a range of plans."

"I hold a town hall in every county in my State each year, 36 counties, and when I talk about the different features of the plan and then ask people if they think it's a step forward or a step backward..."

"Because a great number of the students in the teacher preparation program will be unable to be certified to teach in their State."

"That issue of programmatic accreditation may be a piece of the puzzle to make sure students paying tuition... are availing themselves of an opportunity that merits their money and their time."