i couldn't be happier that my wife, rachel gosselin is here and all three of my children starting youngest to oldest, aaron genachowski, leila, and my oldest son jake. i'm so pleased that my parents were able to come from new york, and my brothers joey and alan, and i believe that a couple of cousins are here, too. so thank you all for coming. chairman rockefeller and ranking member hutchison, distinguished members of the committee, thank you for the opportunity to appear before you today. i'm grateful for this chance, i look forward to answering your questions and seeking your support for my nomination. mr. chairman, over the years i've had a chance to see your commitment to american consumers, your dedication to protecting the safety of our nation's communities. i look forward to working with you in these, on these and other vital issues. senator hutchison, i have great respect for the leadership you bring to the committee, and i look forward to working with you on the vital issues in the communications area. i'd like to thank senator schumer for taking the time to introducing me and for