mr. richard weiss was familiar with or knew who -- is. a member of committee reported to the public bureau when the soviet government was considering accepting the treaties. the issue of our strategic defense initiative was on the table. -- respect to the future of the human race. think the people who run north korea now have such a moderating influence. that makes them extraordinarily dangerous spirit that is the only comment i wanted to make. host: -- open phones. if you want to call us to let us know your thoughts, twitter page at c-span wj. the president in signing an approving the $120 budget put out something known as a signing statement. other presidents have done so. matters and where he stands, those types of issues. a story today by the associated press talks about one statement he made. particularly to historically black colleges and universities. the president declared sunday that his support for historically black colleges and universities remains unwavering. he sought to clarify earlier statement that some higher education o