dr. andersen would be perfect for this because of the work she's done. we have many, many teachers in saint louis who are just as committed and dedicated and that story doesn't get told. one of the things that strikes me is when i called her about this panel. you don't find it telling, do you? she doesn't live here. she lives in kansas. and drives to take care of these babies. when i call at 6:00 in the morning she said i've been on the road since 2:00. at the dedication we have here. [applause] >> it is almost impossible to follow that. you are going next chris. i'm just glad i'm not you. i'm glad i'm just introducing you. just amazing. it is my pleasure to introduce chris craig meier was beyond housing. and he is beyond housing. they don't just create affordable housing, but they do a comprehensive community development. if there is a single thread running through each of these persons, we cannot silo people. we can't put things in a box and only address one issue. we have to look at what is impacting communities and individuals and families. we want t