Today we recognize people like my parents who surmount their disabilities and achieve success in a world of work. These are people who have worked harder than most. They had to. They are people with determination and courage and i am honored when i am among them. We also honor their employers who know that the most valuable workers is one that is loyal, dependable, and gives an honest dayss work for an honest a. s pay. These people know that hiring people with disabilities is good business. Adversity builds character and people with character are good employees. Thanks for giving me your time and attention. I have enjoyed this panel. I enjoyed being with you last october. I think all of the employers here who open their minds and job sites to workers with disabilities. By helping them you are helping yourselves. Your efforts also unlocked doors formally closed to workers with disabilities. Thank you. [applause] thank you very much for that personal story. I think you can tell by the re