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           HONORING PETTY OFFICER 2ND CLASS SHAKURYOR PEOPLES

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                        HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON

                             of mississippi

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 11, 2024

  Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
Petty Officer 2nd Class Shakuryor Peoples, a proud native of Vicksburg, 
Mississippi, who serves aboard the aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan. 
Equipped with a full flight deck and more than 60 aircraft, including 
attack fighter jets and helicopters, aircraft carriers like the USS 
Ronald Reagan are among the largest warships in the world.
  Peoples graduated from Vicksburg High School in 2014 and joined the 
Navy 10 years ago. Today, he serves as a boatswain's mate. Reflecting 
on his decision to join the Navy, Peoples stated, ``I joined the Navy 
because I wanted to experience life. It allowed me to improve myself 
and experience the world.'' Peoples' service in the Navy is a 
continuation of the values instilled in him growing up in Vicksburg.
  Peoples serves in a Navy that operates forward, around the world, and 
around the clock, promoting the Nation's prosperity and security. 
During his service, Peoples has had many opportunities to achieve his 
personal and professional goals. Serving in the Navy has given him the 
chance to grow as a person and to aspire for greatness.
  Aircraft carriers have been the centerpiece of America's naval forces 
for more than 100 years, projecting power, sustaining sea control, 
bolstering deterrence, providing humanitarian assistance and disaster 
relief, and maintaining enduring commitments worldwide. Petty Officer 
2nd Class Shakuryor Peoples embodies the spirit of service, commitment, 
and leadership that our Navy stands for.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring Petty Officer 
2nd Class Shakuryor Peoples for his dedicated service to our Nation.

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