What an appropriate time to do it as we consider the budget. The budget was just released yesterday. Did the Senator from Illinois make comment that we actually have a lower percentage of Government spending as a percentage of GDP than at any time in the Reagan administration or, for that matter, any time in modern days?
Discussing government spending in relation to the budget during Senate floor debate.
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Well, Senator Coburn, I believe that a top-down review is essential. I would start with that. I think it is very, very important for us to understand what the problems are before we try to make the system better.
Our health care system is broken, and fixing it is one area where I hope the 80-20 rule comes into play.
We need to send that message. And it seems to me payment reform and tuition assistance are two powerful tools to do it.
I look forward to returning to public service at a pivotal moment in American history.
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