This is what change looks like:

Eight million Americans have signed up for private insurance in the marketplaces thanks to the Affordable Care Act -- and it means that many of them are getting quality, affordable care for the first time.

Last week, President Obama had a chance to visit with Texas families personally impacted by the health care law.

Their stories are a powerful reminder of why the law is so important -- take a minute to watch.

Have a story you'd like to share? Tell us what the Affordable Care Act means to you.

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