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Chief Petty Officer Paul DeLaughter talks about how Navy Public Affairs supports recruiting by educating the community about the good things happening in today's Navy.

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Public Affairs can make a big impact on recruiting in all of the Service branches. Here, Chief Petty Officer Paul DeLaughter of Navy Recruiting District New England talks about his mission educating people about the Navy. Public Affairs officers and Mass Communication Specialists work with the media to distribute interesting stories about work the Navy has done within the local community, international humanitarian missions and more. By seeing the Navy in action, Public Affairs can help civilians understand the benefits of service and teach potential recruits about the opportunities available to them.

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