Through this process, we've come to realize that communication with members has been very poor.

This is about full disclosure so that people can make a choice based on knowing all the facts.

We have well over the necessary signatures.

We want full and fair disclosure before the members vote. I want to know how this will benefit me.

I have to tell you that, sadly, this affectionate greeting contains a virus which has immobilized the House's internal communication system.

My basic rule is to speak slowly and simply so that my audience has an opportunity to follow and think about what I am saying.