On the recordOctober 24, 2017
As Americans, we mourn with Gold Star families, but we cannot feel their pain. There is nothing anyone can say or do to really comfort families suffering the loss of a loved one. But there is a lot people can say or do to cause grieving families additional pain, as we have seen over this past week. As Members of Congress, we are there for our constituents. They are our families. It is our obligation to speak up when they are hurt. The loss of American servicemembers should not be politicized. Our fallen heroes should be honored. Sergeant La David Johnson is an American hero. Staff Sergeant Jeremiah Johnson is an American hero. Staff Sergeant Bryan Black is an American hero. Staff Sergeant Dustin Wright is an American hero. The 28 men and women who lost their lives in service to their country this year are all American heroes. Let us honor their sacrifices and comfort their families, as has been the tradition in this country until last week. ____________________
