wife's accident that it even made him further aware of why we must pass this bill because it is so important for all americans to have the same access that landra has. to watch him on a day to day basis is see a master at work, an understanding of the issues, a dedication to the values, a vision for america and a knowledge of the procedures. i'm very, very pleased to thank him for what he has done to bring us to this point and to introduce to you my colleagues, the great democratic leader of the united states senate harry reid.