Naval Academy, citing pressure from a “small but vociferous group” of female alumni who are angry about past statements he made that women aren’t suited for combat and shouldn’t attend the academy. The recognition is the most prestigious awarded by the Naval Academy Alumni Association and Foundation, and it goes to living alumni whose character, service and stature “draw wholesome comparison to the qualities that the U.S. Naval Academy strives for in keeping with its ideals of duty, honor, loyalty and integrity,” according to criteria published by the association. Webb released a statement through the alumni association Monday night that said he was sorry for any trouble he caused. “I appreciate his concern for the Naval Academy and the Alumni Association,” Natter said in a statement.

Source: Washington Post March 28, 2017 20:57 UTC