Midshipmen, I’m told that the extra ribbon on your chest is for the honor you earned, for only the second time in the storied history of the Naval Academy—the Navy’s Meritorious Unit Commendation Award. So I’ve consulted with Admiral Fowler. And I can make this announcement. For all you Midshipmen returning next fall, I hereby grant you something extra—an extra weekend.
I am honored to be with you today. Because of all the privileges of serving as President, I have no greater honor than serving ...as your Commander-in-Chief.