Dan Webster: “To the Coasties who joined us here today and across the world, thank you all for your unconditional service to our…”

At the same time, our nation has two operational icebreakers, one of which is dedicated to the Service's Antarctic mission in support of the National Science Foundation and is operating well past its intended service life.

I expect you and Admiral Allan to clearly articulate how you will acquire these vessels and what resources are required to carry out the Coast Guard's polar mission.

We just want to get ships built. That is all we want to do. Tell us how to do it. We will get the money for you.

Eliminate the unjust double-tax on Social Security benefits