Coble going to graduation
From Congressman Howard Coble's office:
Coast Guard veteran, U.S. Rep. Howard Coble (R-NC), who is also a member of the House panel that has jurisdiction over the nation’s Coast Guard, will be a special guest on Wednesday at the graduation ceremonies of the United States Coast Guard Academy. Congressman Coble will travel to New London, Connecticut, with Coast Guard Commandant Admiral Thad Allen for the graduation where Vice President Dick Cheney will be the commencement speaker.Rep. Coble, the former Chairman and current member of the House Coast Guard subcommittee, said he agreed to accept the Commandant’s invitation because two of his constituents will be graduating tomorrow. "I have never been able to attend the Coast Guard Academy graduation ceremonies in the past," Rep. Coble stated. "and since there will be 6th District residents, both from Moore County, receiving their diplomas, I thought it was important to be there in person to congratulate them."
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Rep. Coble said he has received approval to miss any House votes during the day on Wednesday and hopes to return to Capitol Hill by 4 p.m. tomorrow.
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