“In the military, I learned the creed that all of us who have worn the uniform of this country live by: To leave no one behind. In combat, it doesn’t matter where you’re from; it doesn’t matter how you identify; it doesn’t matter what political party you represent. Success and survival depend on the person to your right and to your left—and there is only one path forward, together. In your service and your sacrifice, you show that progress doesn’t just happen, progress is made to happen. Thank you for being the best of us. Maryland stands with you, today and every day.”