Planning and autism. He talked to senator or in chairs the committee. The committee will come to order. Before i begin i wantto discuss on behalf of the committee how we all feel. In light of yesterdays events in florida. I was personally horrified as i watched the news unfold yesterday, that though i was also moved to hear some of the stories of the heroism displayed by some of the students and teachers at the school. In times like these i know that the thoughts expressed by those of us far away can sometimes seem empty and meaningless in the face of such a terrible tragedy. I will simply say i am praying for all those affected by these acts of senselessviolence. That of course includes a member of our committee will i know is mourning the loss in his own state. May they all find peace, healing and a speedy recovery. I welcome everybody here. And todays hearing which will be our third and final hearing on the fiscal year 2019. Currently, we already have the treasury secretary and the
Country. That is really about the american dream. [applause] Governor Walker to ensure the prosperity, we need to be for a progrowth economic plan that enables our individuals and our families to earn, to save, and to achieve their piece of the american dream. There is a real contest out there. And set of the topdown government knows best approach that you hear from so many in washington, when you to build the economy from the ground up in a way that is new and fresh organic and dynamic that says as long as you do not violate the health and safety of your neighbor, go out and start your own career. Build your own business. Live your own life. [cheers] Governor Walker that is freedom. The kind of freedom that is the cornerstone of the american dream. We have a plan to help more people live that dream. A plan that will help more people create more jobs and higher wages. You dont what it starts with . We need to repeal obama care once and for all. [cheers] Governor Walker we need to repea
For forgiveness and i was wrong. [applause] you are wrong in judging your parents. What about your colleagues in the senate . It is interesting. I have endeavored not to do so. To the best of my knowledge in my time at the senate, i have not spoken ill of any of my colleagues, republicans or democrats. [applause] mr. Luntz are you sure you want to make that declarative statement . Mr. Cruz im sure i do, and indeed, my standard response i have the whole press corps here. One of the things our wonderful friends in the press will observe is that when others attack me and for whatever reason, that has happened once or twice my response consistently is to respond with praise, to take the high road. That is how i intend to approach the next 18 months, not to impugn anyones character. [applause] mr. Cruz but i do want to make something clear. It is very different to say you will not engage in personal attacks and to say you will not differ on policy. I think we have an obligation to speak the
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