strpten the goostrengthen the ge system, where it is working, but correct the runaway costs in our system and let's provide a reasonable way those who don't have health insurance can get health insurance. and if we can work together, democrats and republicans, this is an american problem. this is about america's competitiveness. this is about american families being able to afford their health care. this is about balancing our budgets in the future so america can continue to grow as stron strong -- the strongest economy in the world. it starts no idea this debate about fixing one of the underpinnings of our economy that is out of whack. we need universal coverage. we need to have openings available that will keep health care aforrable fo affordable foe in this country and provide quality care for each america. that's what this debate is about. i applaud our committees working on this and i applaud all the members of this body and the house who are seriously engaging if this discussion. i think we can all learn from each other. and if we work in go faith we can develop a health care reform