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Defense Secretary Ash Carter applauds Madeleine Albright for her public service achievements before he presents her with the Department of Defense Medal for Distinguished Public Service at the Pentagon June 30, 2016. DoD photo by Senior Master Sgt. Adrian Cadiz

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Defense Secretary Ash Carter applauds Madeleine Albright for her public service achievements before he presents her with the Department of Defense Medal for Distinguished Public Service at the Pentagon June 30, 2016. DoD photo by Senior Master Sgt. Adrian Cadiz

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