and that is why people tune it out. what matters is actually improving people's lives and that is what you did for some you made this state a better state for the generations that follow. and that is undeniable, inarguable, and true even in these ugly, crazy times. i think the speaker and andrea stewart cousins for their leadership and let me say this on a personal note. in many ways, i see the world through the eyes of my daughters, kara, mariah and michaela. they are 26 and 26, twins, and 23. and i have lived this experience with and through them. i have sat on the couch with them,