Ron Wyden actually said...

"It's past time to update this promise so as to deliver to patients with chronic conditions the best possible care in the most efficient manner."

"It's been an honor to be a part of that process."

"I think sometimes, as I have talked to people, people have said, excuse me, Ron, you are going to pass a major Medicare bill in this kind of climate?"

"Nobody thinks providers are getting up in the morning and saying, 'Gee, I really want to be rotten today to people with chronic conditions.'"