alcoholism. and speaking personally opioid addiction has been presence in my hometown and my family for years. it was years ago in fact that i lost a close relative to ron stantly struggled with opioids. so this christmas and holiday season all of us should consider following the president's example and think about what we can dpo in our own private lives to help fight back against a crisis that's tearing american families a part. we all know people who are hurting this holiday season. and i know that we as americans will rise to their aide. so thanks again for having me here today. and thanks once again to president trump for his generous donation. >> thanks very much. >> thank you, acting secretary har begin, i appreciate you begin here today on behalf of the department. >> do you have a cold? >> i actually have strep throat so if you bear with me a little bitty might sneak a sip of water. thank you for your concern. >> and i may not stay as long as