[inaudible conversations] afternoon everyone, good afternoon and welcome to the university. Im the Vice President of the Research Initiatives here the university and director and its my pleasure to welcome you all to newport on the first of november for the latest book. A quick rundown of what we are going to do today. We are going to introduce wayne and he will talk a little bit. This is a celebration. There were books for sale out in the lobby. If you didnt notice them on your way in there were four spectacular automobiles [inaudible] i thought i saw the ambassador. Think you for your generosity. I also want to thank the two people that are here on sunday when they normally wouldnt be. [applause] the communication assistance, we are grateful to both of you for being here. Thank you so much. [applause] its my distinct pleasure to introduce to you the author who ive known now for about four years and another four years we have worked together on a number of projects that involved a Won
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