they learned that it is displayed for piu -- future generations. it is this sunday morning at 8:00. >> the american conservative union annual conference is under way in washington. speakers included mitch mcconnell. he talked about the economy, deficit, and other issues for 25 minutes. >> thank you very much. it is great to see all of you. good morning. i want to thank the acu war, staff, and volunteers. thanks for the opportunity to gather as a movement to share of our ideas and our talents in the great calls of liberty. every year at cpac, past meets present. both gain new energy, enthusiasm, and allies for the fight. we have a chance to honor and to learn from the conservative giants of the past and to size up new ones. we get to hear from those who are leading the cause of state houses across the country and here in washington. for those of you who have not noticed, our ranks are growing. one of the great developments in congress of the past few years is the emergence of so many strong, principled, conservative leaders. you just had a chance to