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Cmdr. Brian McLaughlin has been on the job in Sitka since July 17. He’s served in the Coast Guard for 21 years, including at Air Station Kodiak. KCAW’s Morning Host Erin Fulton spoke with McLaughlin on the Morning Interview about his time in the Coast Guard and what the job of commanding officer entails.