Sheldon Whitehouse actually said...

"It's vital for patients, their families, and our overall healthcare system."

"the last area where we should be cutting Medicare reimbursements is for hospice and home-based care."

"Son, I'm finished. I've done everything that I've wanted to do in life. Do not use any of your abilities and skills to save my life. I am ready."

"As you pointed out, Senator, just as a patient's death doesn't happen in isolation, it affects the family that lives on."