That is how it ought to function.
And that is how it will always function as long as I occupy this seat.
So let us discuss why we are gathered here today.
The young woman standing before me today is merely 23 years old.
Her name is Madison Elizabeth Thornton. She was born on March 12th, 2001, and presently resides at 1847 Blackstone Boulevard on Providence’s east side.
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