The Economic Club of new york is for discussions on economic, social, and political issues. This mission is as important to have ae continue catalyst for conversation and with all communities seeking inclusion and mutual understanding. A special welcome to guests of our members in washington, d. C. , who have also been invited to join today. Before we begin, i would again like to thank our Health Care Workers and other frontline workers for all they do, particularly in these challenging times, to keep us healthy and safe. I would now like to introduce dr. Stephen hahn, the 24th commissioner of food and drugs on december 17, 2019. Dr. Hahn is a dedicated clinician, having trained in radiation oncology and medical oncology. He has carefully balanced executive management with clinical time to continue to serve his true passion. Prior, he served as a chief medical executive at the. Niversity of texas of theed as chair Radiation Oncology Department at pennsylvanias traveling school of medic