Joseph Pitts actually said...

"Today's hearing is the first in a series of hearings this subcommittee will hold on the subject of prescription drug abuse."

"I look forward to hearing from our witnesses today."

"Medicaid was designed as a safety net for the most vulnerable Americans, including pregnant women, dependent children, the blind and the disabled."

"I would argue that under the current law, a great deal of flexibility exists while simultaneously providing a baseline of protections for beneficiaries."