On this day, let us remember the fallen. Let us recognize the sacrifice of those who lost their lives in military service to the United States. These are the Americans who deserve our respect and admiration. They gave their lives in support and defense of this country's ideals. They fought in conflicts and wars of others' [...]
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They are the patriots…
This day, and every day, I bow my head in a silent prayer of thanks for veterans. They are the ones who were willing to give everything they have to defend the ideals of this country. They are the ones who have illustrated with their actions what service, sacrifice, honor, and commitment mean. They are [...]
Ensuring freedom is not for the faint of heart…
Today we celebrate America's independence. Today we revel in our freedom. Today we stand united in our patriotism. But today as we celebrate, we must acknowledge that this freedom we celebrate has been hard fought and won on the backs of true patriots - members of the military, past and present - and their families. There is a [...]
Today…the words of a veteran.
Today, I thank the men and women who fought to defend our liberties, beliefs and way of life. Today, I honor the sacrifice they made when they left family and friends; a warm, safe bed; and, the ease of day-to-day life to fight for ideals much bigger than themselves. Today, I pray that the scars they received - [...]