“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 recordJanuary 30, 2013
I fully support the repeal of 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' and value the service of all those who fight for our country.
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Chuck Hagel
Republican · Nebraska
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Hagel expresses support for the repeal of the military's gay ban.

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