Political Quotes

“I come to the floor today to speak in support of the repeal of the job-killing health care law. Today's vote is part of what will be an ongoing effort by House Republicans to repeal President Obama's health care law and replace it with solutions that protect jobs and preserve health care choices-- without driving our nation deeper into debt. Today we put the focus back where it belongs--jobs, affordable health care, and smaller government. Mr. Speaker, last year, the Democrat controlled Congress pushed through a government takeover of health care using a closed approach that blocked any input from our side of the aisle. Almost as soon as the bill was signed into law, the extensive reach of the strong arm of government was felt by the American people. Many were forced out of their existing health plans--even if they liked it--including many of our nation's seniors who will be pushed out of their current Medicare Advantage plans. Our nation's businesses were hit with a costly job-killing paperwork requirement--and they still face other new mandates, fines and taxes. All Americans have been hit by a mandate requiring individuals, regardless of their personal circumstances, to purchase government-approved insurance or pay a penalty. The constitutionality of this mandate is currently being challenged by a number of states including my home state of Washington.”