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First lady Hillary Rodham Clinton presents the Sen. Margaret Chase Smith Leadership Award to Lee Perry, who accepted the award on behalf of her husband, former Defense Secretary William Perry. Perry was honored for his efforts in furthering the advancement of military women. Staff Sgt. Alicia K. Borlik, USA

First lady Hillary Rodham Clinton presents the Sen. Margaret Chase Smith Leadership Award to Lee Perry, who accepted the award on behalf of her husband, former Defense Secretary William Perry. Perry was honored for his efforts in furthering the advancement of military women. Staff Sgt. Alicia K. Borlik, USA

First lady Hillary Rodham Clinton presents the Sen. Margaret Chase Smith Leadership Award to Lee Perry, who accepted the award on behalf of her husband, former Defense Secretary William Perry. Perry was honored for his efforts in furthering the advancement of military women. Staff Sgt. Alicia K. Borlik, USA

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