Importance of Maritime Security for the United States
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The article highlights the significance of maritime security for the United States, which has over 95,000 miles of coastline and 360 ports supporting $5.4 trillion in economic activity and more than 10 million jobs. While discussions on homeland security have primarily focused on the southern border, the security of maritime infrastructure is crucial for the country's economic resilience.