Mike Garcia: “As a former us naval aviator, I flew over 30 combat missions…”

“America is the greatest nation on earth because of the many generations that have fought to preserve the freedoms and liberties that we enjoy as Americans. As a former us naval aviator, I flew over 30 combat missions during Operation Iraqi Freedom. and I understand the service and sacrifice that our nation's veterans and their families make. For generations, young men and women have answered our nation's call to serve.” (00:17–00:23)

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