Myth Versus Reality On Health Care

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Mr. SMITH of Nebraska. Last night, President Obama held a prime time press conference in which he repeated many of the health care claims that are making their way around Capitol Hill. But what are the myths versus the realities?

Some even claim health care reform will not add to our deficit over the next decade. However, the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office has released its cost estimate on the House health care legislation, showing it will increase the Federal deficit by $239 billion over the next 10 years.

Another claim is that no one will lose health insurance they have right now. This defies reality, Madam Speaker. According to an independent study, 114 million Americans will be forced out of their current health care coverage.

Madam Speaker, it's simple: Washington-run health care will mean more deficits, more debt, and more government interference in our lives.

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