Rally draws big crowd over health care

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) - Supporters of President Obama's health care reform plan are taking action to make their voices heard.

Hundreds of Rhode Islanders gathered on the steps of the state house Wednesday night, joining similar rallies nationwide. Many say the nation's current system has failed them, and needs to be changed.

"It was a choice between paying for my mortgage or paying for my health care. And no one wants to go without health insurance after a brain tumor," said Nancy St. Germain who supports health care reform.

Organizers say the vigil was held in honor of Senator Ted Kennedy's memory and his dream of universal health care.