The Coast Guard is a vital service with increasing demands that test the Service's ability to execute each of its missions.
Peter DeFazio: “The Coast Guard is a vital service with increasing demands that test the Service's ability to execute each of its…”
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DeFazio emphasizes the Coast Guard's critical role and growing challenges.
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