Quote #67

People often tell me that Naval Academy graduates are the best officers, and that Villanova Navy graduates are a close second. I don't think so. I think Villanova grads are better. Academy grads have great educations. But Villanova grads have it all: character, leadership skills, social skills, the ability to interact with others, and a great education.

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