Ted Cruz reflects on President Obama's promise regarding the Affordable Care Act, also known as ObamaCare. Obama assured Americans that their health insurance premiums would decrease by $2,500 by the end of his first term. However, as Cruz points out, this pledge was not merely an exaggeration; it was entirely unfulfilled by the end of Obama's first term, demonstrating a significant departure from the truth.

Cruz emphasizes the importance of accountability in political promises. The assertion that premiums would drop was a key selling point for ObamaCare, yet the reality proved starkly different, leaving many families facing higher costs instead. This serves as a critique of not only the healthcare policy but also the broader implications of trustworthiness in government commitments.