03/29/2011
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"I just don't want cuts to impair the vigilance that's required there."
"We're concerned about the ability of the Coast Guard to continue to do the things that it's capable of as we make the resource less complete."
"The motto of the Coast Guard, we need to be reminded, is Semper Paratus. It translates to 'Always Ready.'"
"They carry enormous pride for our country, though not as visible as some of the other services."