[inaudible] we want to be able to take advantage of the opportunity this morning to give the secretary time for the give and take in the dialogue that were going to embrace here for the next couple of hours. I think we can proceed to the first issue so we can get to the chairman. It is of no controversy. No con. So, first, let me call the ways and Means Committee to order. Good morning. Before turning to our hearing this morning. The committees annual budget on views and estimates for fiscal year 2021 in accordance with the requirements of section 301d of the congressional budget act of 1974. Members will find the letter in front of them. Let me thank Ranking Member brady for working with me on this matter so that we are able to submit a consensus document to the Budget Committee that reflects the priorities of the ways and Means Committee as a whole. Without objection, the views and estimates will be considered as read and open for amendment at any point. And if there are no amendment
Also want to thank the witnesses for being accommodating knowing vote scheduled interfered with the original hearing schedule and accommodating us today. The topics covered in this hearing and i said this previously are not necessarily what is going to make cable news every night but incredible importance when we think of how best to serve the United States of america, our interests and Foreign Policy and the foundation for any real Successful Organization always starts with the right people and make sure they are equipped with the right resources and ability to do their job effectively. I said multiple times previously and want to reiterate we are proud of the men and women that serve us in our diplomatic corps overseas and in Development Work around the world and these are patriotic americans. I once again want to reiterate the work of how important it is for foreignpolicy and american strength. The last few months as subcommittees chairman i had the pleasure of meeting with many ind
[inaudible conversations] [inaudible conversations] thank you for joining us for the second part of our discussion on strategic posture. We focused on what was at the heart and are compatible focus on what we think discussion with leading scholars on the proliferation so directly to my left, a senior fellow for security, Deputy Assistant secretary of defense here and head for policy. We have the army Board Director of capital of the department of defense and the Vice President for Global Programs of the strategy. I like to kick off broad questions. We just heard about the findings or recommendations but i want to ask you, do you think the commission met its mark and come up with a solid path forward . What recommendation would you like to see in the bus. The secretaries of defense in 2009 timeframe and commerce was arguing to build reliable replacement and they are debates the couldnt resolve and the commission with these issues, many of the ideas for in an influence in modern life i.
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