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U.S. Navy Adm. Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff,addresses the Junior Statesmen Foundation at the Pentagon, July 24, 2009. The foundation provides educational opportunities to help high school students prepare for life-long involvement and responsible leadership in a democratic society.

ADDRESSING JUNIOR LEADERS

U.S. Navy Adm. Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff,addresses the Junior Statesmen Foundation at the Pentagon, July 24, 2009. The foundation provides educational opportunities to help high school students prepare for life-long involvement and responsible leadership in a democratic society.

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