regulations that slow job creation. finally, this order will enable better scientific study of our offshore resources and research that has blocked everything from happening for far too long. it doesn't get blocked for other nations. it only gets blocked for our nation. renewed offshore energy production will reduce the cost of energy, create countless new jobs and make america more secure and far more energy independent. this action is another historic step toward future development and future -- with a real future. i have to say, that's a real future with greater prosperity and security for all americans, which is what we want. so i'm very proud of the people standing behind me. i'm far less proud of the people standing in front of me. the media. but i have to tell you, this is a very important day, and i want to congratulate wilbur and ryan