I believe that, contrary to mischaracterizations prevalent in the media, that the United States Merchant Marine is an essential component of a vast network of logistics contractors that support our U.S. military and sustain and create broader economic opportunities in communities around our nation.
Garamendi emphasizes the importance of the U.S. Merchant Marine for military and economic support.
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