Political Quotes

“Mr. President, I rise today to remember a fallen hero, U.S. Marine Corps Sergeant Joshua J. Robinson of Douglas, Nebraska. Sergeant Robinson was killed in action on August 7, 2011, while conducting patrol operations in the Helmand Province of Afghanistan. He was in his third tour of duty. His story of service comes to us at a time when many are reflecting on the 10th anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks--a fitting time to recognize the patriotism of a fallen hero. Sergeant Robinson enlisted in the Marine Corps in 2003, a time when Operation Iraqi Freedom was in the beginning stages and many were unsure of what was to come. He felt the call to serve and was rightfully proud of his commitment to defend and protect our country. Sergeant Robinson's love of the outdoors provided him with many of the skills needed to be the best Marine he could be. Sadly, his life was cut short too soon, and the Robinson family laid their Marine to rest in Hastings, Nebraska on August 16, 2011. Sergeant Robinson returned to his birthplace with valor and honor, having been awarded the Purple Heart, the Combat Action Medal, the Iraq Campaign Medal, the Afghanistan Campaign Medal, the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, and many other decorations during his military career. He died a brave and most honorable death. We are proud to call him one of our own.…”