“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 recordSeptember 14, 2011
We have a distinct obligation under the Constitution to defend the country and I appreciate all of your service in that regard.
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Thomas Coburn
Republican · Oklahoma
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Coburn emphasizes the constitutional duty to defend the country.

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