Political Quotes

“I rise today to honor our military personnel on the occasion of Armed Forces Day. As a veteran of the Marine Corps, I believe one of the most important things a person can do is serve this great country through the military. Our nation must honor those who take up the call to defend our freedoms and never take for granted those freedoms that all of us enjoy. These freedoms are only because of our veterans and military personnel. Our active military forces have seen a lot of action as of late. The Guard and Reserve components have seen an increase in their operations as well. The performance of our military men and women has been outstanding. In my home State of Montana, as many as 750 men and women, Active Duty, Reservists and National Guard Personnel are supporting our ongoing operations, both in the United States and overseas. I am especially proud of these folks that have stepped up to the plate and have gone above and beyond the call to duty during these trying times. Our military has performed honorably in the latest missions with which they have been tasked--the Global War on Terrorism, Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom. We have seen Americans coming together to support these men and women and their families at home. The men and women who wear our country's uniform are the keepers of the flame that has been passed down through generations. They are the bearers of our national memory.”