Joseph Pitts actually said...

"Unfortunately, too few Americans are currently prepared to pay for even a modest amount of long-term care whether through insurance or savings."

"I have to say I am disappointed. This budget does not balance. Ever."

"This is in direct violation of federal law under the Weldon amendment and a direct assault on conscience rights."

"We have opened an investigation in the Office of Civil Rights at HHS to investigate. We take this seriously."