[applause] and now, i'd like to introduce the man i know will lead our party to victory and tarnationack to prosperity -- ladies and gentlemen, my husband, ned romney. -- mr. romney. mitt romney. >> thank you pennsylvania, delaware, rhode island, connecticut and new york! and [applause] tonight i can say thank you, america. after 43 primaries and caucuses, many long days and more than a few long nights, i can say with confidence -- and gratitude -- that you have given me a great honor and solemn responsibility. and, together, we will win on november 6th! [applause] we launched this campaign not far from here on a beautiful june day. on a farm in new hampshire. it has been an extraordinary journey. americans have always been eternal optimists. but over the last three and a half years, we have seen hopes and dreams diminished by false promises and weak leadership. everywhere i go, americans are tired of being tired, and many of those who are fortunate enough to have a job are working harder for less. for every single mom who feels heartbroken when she has to explain to her kids that she