Cornyn: American People Deserve Better Than Obamacare

WASHINGTON - In remarks on the Senate floor today, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) spoke about the need to repeal and replace Obamacare and deliver change for the American people. Excerpts of his remarks are below, and video can be found here https://youtu.be/80vO7t6YoUk.

"After eight years of an Obama White House, the American people wanted a change, and they spoke up loud and clear, demanding a new direction that would actually deliver results for the American people."

"The first job the new Congress will have is to repeal Obamacare."

"We know the broken promises of Obamacare, and we'll revisit those more and more in coming days: higher premiums with less coverage. Many lost their insurance altogether after being promised by the President himself if you like what you have, you can keep it."

"I believe the verdict of the American people has been that Obamacare has failed the American people."

"What we owe the American people, I believe, is coverage that they choose at a price they can afford."

"With Obamacare repealed and replaced, with coverage you can afford from a provider that you choose, and with a better economic climate for the country, we can help more Americans achieve their dreams."

"Finally, I look forward to working with the incoming Administration to consider President-elect Trump's nominees to fill his posts in his Cabinet."

"I hope all of our colleagues will understand how integral it is to the Administration and to the Administration's ability to govern to get well-qualified people confirmed to the President's Cabinet."

"I know we have a lot of work ahead of us, and I don't have any doubt that with a little cooperation we can make the 115th Congress a productive one that meets the needs of the American people."

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