[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 73 (Thursday, May 24, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E922]
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                              MEMORIAL DAY

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                             HON. JIM RYUN

                               of kansas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 24, 2001

  Mr. RYUN of Kansas. Mr. Speaker, as we approach Memorial Day, I would 
like to take a moment to reflect on the sacrifices that our veterans 
have made to keep us free.
  This Freedom does not come without a price. It has been earned 
through the blood sweat, toil and tears of our military servicemen 
throughout history. Many of these men and women have paid the ultimate 
sacrifice on battlefields around the globe.
  Now we must fulfill our promises to them. We must fulfill a promise 
of honor, respect and dignity today as we observe the sacrifices to 
services members.
  I urge every American to pause and recognize that all of our 
liberties have been earned by thanking a veteran for their sacrifice.
  Countless soldiers have died for our peace and stability. They knew 
the threat to their lives when they answered the call to stand up and 
fight for liberty.
  We owe a huge debt of gratitude to this dedicated group of heroic 
Americans. Let's honor them by giving them our thanks and praise this 
weekend.

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