“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 recordApril 21, 2009
It is very important that Congress use its legislative powers to make sure that the VA is prepared to meet the health care needs of our veterans tomorrow as well as today.
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Patty Murray
Democratic · Washington
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Editor's note · Context

Murray emphasizes the need for Congress to ensure VA readiness for veterans' health care.

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