Van Hollen Statement on Appointment to Naval Academy Board of Visitors

Today, U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) made the following statement on his appointment to the Board of Visitors of the United States Naval Academy:

“The Naval Academy has shaped generations of midshipmen who have gone on to serve our nation with distinction, and Maryland is proud to be the home of this revered institution. I am honored to be named to serve on the Academy’s Board of Visitors – a role I do not take lightly. As the Naval Academy faces increasing political interference, it is more important now than ever that the Board works to uphold the integrity of this institution. That means working to ensure our history is not whitewashed and that all students feel safe and welcome. It means respecting our differences even as we recognize that we are united by a love of country, support for the Constitution, and the principles and values we hold dear. America faces increasingly complex security challenges around the world, and the Naval Academy must continue charting the course for midshipmen to lead with both strength and integrity. I look forward to working with other members of the Board of Visitors to accomplish that mission.”