“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 recordMarch 3, 2010
But every single one of them is a volunteer, as I was, and as Senator Bill Nelson was.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois
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Obama emphasizes that astronauts are volunteers, highlighting their bravery.

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