But we hit a roadblock and I called Roger, I said, Roger, you gotta call the President and tell him about this great idea and can he move this forward? And the President's right, it was one phone call. And the President said, done. We're gonna celebrate America 250 with an IndyCar race for the first time in the US Capitol. And so I appreciate that, Mr. President, for all you have done to make this event happen. It would not be going on unless we had presidential engagement. (11:56–12:03)
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