You see when other parts of the department wavered in years past, not anymore. In years past, the Marine Corps stood strong. When other parts of the department wanted to go woke, the Marine Corps stood strong. When other parts of the department wanted to lower standards, the Marine Corps stood strong. You, ladies and gentlemen, are the backbone of the United States military. You always have been. And that's why we're proud to Honor you today. (02:14–02:21)
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Asserts that the Marine Corps resisted efforts to lower standards within the military.
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