“Today’s report is another call to action for change in our health insurance system. In a nation where more than 46 million people go without health insurance – and the number of uninsured rises by the day – reform is no longer just an overdue priority, it’s an economic and moral necessity…”

“Tonight, President Obama made a forceful case to the Congress and the country for long-overdue health insurance reform. We are closer than ever before in history to real progress on this issue that touches the lives of every American and impacts our economy: ensuring stability and security for Americans with health insurance, and affordable coverage for those currently without.”

“It is indeed a humbling experience, as it always is, when we tread on the sacred ground of 9/11. For those of us who are engaged in a profession that is based on words and speaking, we find our inadequacies, because words are not adequate to express the gratitude, the respect, the debt that we have to all of these families.”

“Today we gather to unveil a marker of bravery; to remember acts of unmatched courage; and to recall the men and women of United Airlines Flight 93 – some of the true heroes of September 11, 2001.”

“Congress pays tribute today to the victims of the recent Southern California wildfires, the residents who have lost their homes and businesses, and the firefighters and first responders still standing in harm’s way…”

“May we take inspiration from the memories of the heroes of 9/11. May this resolution rekindle the spirit of service and sacrifice among all Americans…”

“But on the subject of climate change, as we approach Copenhagen, it is important for China and the United States to come to some understanding — our countries are great, they are significant and large, and their decisions affect the whole world…”

“It is necessary for us to act. The present situation is unsustainable and as the President has said, “health care reform is entitlement reform.” So, in order for us to reduce the deficit, it is essential that we have real health care reform.”

“Today’s jobs report is a clear indicator that while the number of American job losses continues to decline now to the lowest level in a year, we must continue to work to rebuild our economy…”

“Labor Day affords us the opportunity to reiterate our common belief that what is good for the working men and women of America is good for our economy, our families, and our future.”