The Times-Picayune: Mary Landrieu wins maritime award
Bruce Alpert
Washington -- Sen. Mary Landrieu, D-La., was honored Friday night by United Seamen's Service, a group that represents maritime workers. Awards like this are regular occurrences on Capitol Hill, but the name of this one is special: "The Admiral of the Ocean Sea Award."
Landrieu was cited for her support of the industry and its employees.
"Senator Landrieu has spent her career in elected office bringing a leadership voice to efforts that benefit all Americans," said Retired General Kenneth Wykle, who headed the Seamen's Service awards committee.
Responded Landrieu: "Louisiana is a maritime state by nature. We have more mariners per capita than any other state, a proud ship building history, the most productive fisheries in the lower 48, and the largest port complex in the world. I understand the need to support our seafarers and maritime infrastructure as well as the critical role this industry plays in our nation's economy and security."
