Pete Hegseth: “Eleven of the 12 men to walk on the Moon [were] Boy Scouts.”

“Many Boy Scouts have gone on to senior leadership positions in their communities, in business, in our nation's military, and as elected representatives in local, state and national office. Six Boy Scouts have been elected President of the United States. Eleven of the 12 men to walk on the Moon [were] Boy Scouts. Boy Scout training focused on responsible citizenship, character and leadership development, patriotism, personal fitness, self reliance, faith, and a wide range of outdoor skills.” (00:46)

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