On the recordNovember 4, 2009
Thank you very much, Chairman. Thank you for convening this hearing, and thank you for your excellent remarks reviewing the challenges we face, the issues we face, and their importance.
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Expressing gratitude for the hearing and acknowledging the issues at hand.
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