we thank you for speaking your mind and for being with us. and we thank you for your service in law enforcement in this country as well. at the beginning of today's hearing brian terry's cousin read a poem that was written by the bearder agent about his commitment to his job. listen to this. >> if you seek to do battle with me this day you will receive the best that i'm capable of giving. it may not be enough, but it will be everything that i have to give. and it will be impressive for i have constantly prepared myself for this day. i have trained. drilled. and rehearsed the my actions so that i might have the best chance of defeating you. i have kept myself in peak physical condition, schooled myself in the martian skills, and have become proficient in the applications of combat tactics. you may defeat me, but i'm