It seems virtually all the 21 million have drug coverage now. It's unclear if the enrollment number represents a major improvement in coverage.

Two-point-five million for a 30-second spot is not insignificant. But when you look at the number of people watching, it's not duplicated anywhere else. ... It's almost a bargain.

Seniors are still divided as to being favorable or unfavorable, but many still don't know enough to have an opinion.

Up to this point in time, there were far fewer decisions and actions required. This really is a fundamental change in the program and the expectations for elderly and disabled people.

The whole purpose of this drug benefit was to get drug coverage in the hands of all Medicare beneficiaries. Where are the people? That's the question.

Every Medicare beneficiary can choose whether they want prescription drug coverage or not,