Quote by George J. Mitchell
The result was, of course, that today, tragically, more than 40 million Americans don't have health insurance, and for many, not having health insurance means they don't have access to good health care.
Summary
This quote suggests that the outcome of a particular situation has led to over 40 million Americans being without health insurance. As a consequence, these individuals lack access to quality healthcare. The quote highlights the tragic nature of this current reality, implying that the absence of health insurance has profound implications on people's wellbeing and their ability to receive necessary medical treatment or services.