[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 56 (Tuesday, May 3, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E843]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   TRIBUTE TO FALLEN HEROES OF THE KENTUCKY FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE

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                           HON. BEN CHANDLER

                              of kentucky

                    in the house of representatives

                          Tuesday, May 3, 2005

  Mr. CHANDLER. Mr. Speaker, with great honor I rise today to pay 
tribute to the fallen heroes of the Kentucky Fraternal Order of Police. 
We are the beneficiaries of their bravery and sacrifice. We will always 
be indebted to these men and women who sacrifice daily to protect our 
communities and ensure our safety. Their commitment to this country 
inspires future generations and stands as a powerful symbol of what 
draws us together as Americans. I want to commend them for setting such 
a fine example of what it means to live a life of duty and honor.
  In these difficult times of fighting terror abroad, it is important 
to remember and thank those who keep us safe at home. Every day police 
officers put their lives on the line to protect the freedoms we often 
take for granted. Every day police officers work so America's children 
will always know what it means to be free.
  At a minimum, Mr. Speaker, we must always remember to give police 
officers the resources they need to do their jobs to the best of their 
ability. Shortchanging our police departments does more than hurt the 
officers, it hurts our entire country. And we must do more than fund 
our police departments--we must also be advocates for their service so 
all citizens know of their honor and courage, and sometimes ultimate 
sacrifice.
  I am extraordinarily grateful to the men and women of Kentucky's 
Fraternal Order of Police. Their service, dedication and commitment to 
protecting the citizens of Kentucky are vital to the future of our 
Commonwealth and reflected in all our past successes. It is my great 
honor to recognize these American heroes today.

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