“Again, I congratulate Milla Santapaola on this impressive accomplishment.”
“Again, I congratulate Holden Schoen on this impressive accomplishment.”
“I do not doubt that she will succeed in her future academic and military career.”
“I am confident that Milla's time in Annapolis will be similarly impactful for her.”
“I am confident that Holden's time at this incredible institution will be similarly impactful for him.”
“Nominating young people to our service academies is one of my greatest honors as a Member of Congress.”

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On the recordFebruary 24, 2009
We need someone with these skills, this background and experience, and these values to lead the Commission.
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Tom Harkin
Democratic · Iowa
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Editor's note · Context

Harkin emphasizes the need for qualified leadership at the CFTC during financial turmoil.

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