Sen. Lincoln’s remarks
Here is the text of remarks by Sen. Blanche Lincoln, D-Ark., to delegates at the Democratic National Convention in Denver.
Lincoln spoke along with other women senators just after 6:15 p.m. Central.
Good evening. I’m Sen. Blanche Lincoln, and I am so very proud to represent the great state of Arkansas.
As mothers, daughters, wives, sisters, and legislators, we know how important quality, affordable healthcare is to America’s working families.
Yet 47 million Americans lack health insurance, and 80 percent of them are from working families. We’re in the midst of a national healthcare crisis, where two-thirds of Americans have trouble getting or paying for care they need.
We must reform Medicare so our seniors, who built our great country, can always receive the essential care. that they need. We must fulfill America’s promise to our troops so that their sacrifice will be rewarded with quality healthcare for them and their families. Every American deserves the peace of mind that a quality health plan brings.
This November, we can’t afford more of the same. We must elect Barack Obama and bring health security to all Americans!
Thank you and God bless.
Lincoln is the only Arkansan scheduled to speak at the convention.
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