The health policy debates in Washington are heating up and so is the rhetoric. I have shared many times that our advocacy is centered on our unwavering commitment to our members and the patients they care for. Our work is guided by our values and by the policies developed and approved by our members. It is important to remember that when it comes to health policy two things can be equally important. We do not have to sacrifice one priority for another because we understand that when it comes to primary care, policy either enables access or impedes it. Research shows that individuals who have health care coverage and a continuous relationship with primary care are healthier and spend less money on their health care. This is why we are actively working to preserve Medicaid coverage while simultaneously working to reform physician payment. We understand that appropriately resourcing family physicians and maintaining coverage for the Medicaid population contribute to making people and communities healthier. We do not have to choose, we can and should do both.