Hank Johnson: “Seven brave Americans were killed in the line of duty on December 30, 2009, in Khost, Afghanistan. On that day, we lost…”

“Seven brave Americans were killed in the line of duty on December 30, 2009, in Khost, Afghanistan. On that day, we lost good and honorable public servants, whose contributions to our national security will be dearly missed. We lost productive citizens--loving parents, siblings, children of Americans who will never see their loved ones again. We honor their records of service and their sacrifice. We honor their willingness to serve our country during turbulent and dangerous times. I extend on behalf of my constituents sincerest condolences to the families of those who have died. Nothing we say here can heal the wounds of those who loved them. But decisions we make here can ensure that their lives were not lost in vain.”