corey and have been working together ever since. this enthusiasm and commitment has never waned. anyone who has met cory knows that he has boundless energy and great ideas. ands willing to go anywhere work long in the fight of economic freedom. stronger today not only in new hampshire, but across this great nation because of cory's efforts. i am proud to have worked with cory, who has laid the foundation for americans for prosperity in new hampshire. it is my honor to bestow upon him today the founders award. i would ask that cori please join me on the stage. [applause] it says, the founders award presented to cory for founding ,ew hampshire chapter in 2008 building a grass-roots army to advance liberty and being a tireless advocate for freedom. summitpshire freedom april 12, 2014. him,e i present this to there was one person who worked behind the scenes and does not her, butsaid about it's his wife, allison. she's a real trooper. [applause] >> thank you. tom. you very much, it is very humbling, because i have done every minute of this program, to be surprised when this was not on the original agenda. [laughter] sheila andh tom and understanding the history that the thompson family has broug