“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 23, 2010
Senator Franken and you both noted, correctly, along with the inspiration that Paul Wellstone gave us years ago.
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Dick Durbin
Democratic · Illinois
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Durbin acknowledges the inspiration from Paul Wellstone in addressing trafficking issues.

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