On the recordApril 26, 2017
Earlier this week, I had the honor of welcoming to Washington, D.C., more than 50 of our Southern Illinois veterans. The visit was put together by the Honor Flight of Southern Illinois, a nonprofit organization that transports veterans to Washington to visit the memorials honoring their service and sacrifice. According to the VA, an estimated 640 World War II veterans leave us each day. It is time to express our thanks, and that time is running short. We owe a debt of gratitude to those heroes and those who serve in defense of freedom and liberty. I will never forget the opportunity to welcome them to this Nation's Capital and thank them for all they have done for this country. Recognizing McKendree University Women's Bowling Team
