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Members of the U.S. Naval Academy Class of 2010 listen as Vice President Joe Biden praises them for stepping forward to serve and challenges them to make their mark as leaders who inspire others during their graduation and commissioning ceremonies in Annapolis, Md., May 28, 2010.

BIDEN PRAISE

Members of the U.S. Naval Academy Class of 2010 listen as Vice President Joe Biden praises them for stepping forward to serve and challenges them to make their mark as leaders who inspire others during their graduation and commissioning ceremonies in Annapolis, Md., May 28, 2010.

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