President Obama awaits Health Care Debate on Senate floor

THE WHITE HOUSE

Office of the Press Secretary
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For Immediate Release November 21, 2009

Statement from Press Secretary Robert Gibbs on Tonight’s Senate Vote

“The President is gratified that the Senate has acted to begin consideration of health insurance reform legislation. Tonight’s historic vote brings us one step closer to ending insurance company abuses, reining in spiraling health care costs, providing stability and security to those with health insurance, and extending quality health coverage to those who lack it. The President looks forward to a thorough and productive debate.”