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Commencement Address at the United States Coast Guard Academy in New London, Connecticut
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May 23, 2007
The President. Thank you all. Admiral Allen, thank you for that kind introduction. Admiral Burhoe, congratulations on your promotion. Academy staff and faculty, Congressman Chris Shays, State and local officials, distinguished guests, proud families, and, most importantly, members of the class of 2007: Thanks for having me.
It's a privilege to stand with the future leaders of the United States Coast Guard. Before you receive your degrees today, I want to make sure that you have learned your indoc. What is the Coast Guard?
Cadets. Mr. President, the Coast Guard is the hard nucleus ...
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