[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 75 (Tuesday, June 13, 2006)]
[House]
[Page H3800]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       THANK YOU TO OUR SOLDIERS

  (Mr. PRICE of Georgia asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute.)
  Mr. PRICE of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, what an honor it is for me to 
stand here today and recognize three outstanding soldiers and citizens, 
Sergeant Kenneth Kraus, Staff Sergeant Jacob Long, and First Sergeant 
Michael Matthews. These brave men represent the best our country has to 
offer. They served in our military and now continue service in Roswell, 
Georgia, as police officers and city employees.
  Just like the freedoms they protect, the heroism and selflessness 
embodied by our brave soldiers must never be taken for granted. Each 
and every day these men and women sacrifice for the well-being of 
Americans and our allies, and they stand on the front lines in Iraq, 
Afghanistan, and around the world bringing freedom and hope to 
millions; and they do so with an unwavering dedication and 
professionalism.
  We must insure that they have not only our gratitude but our genuine 
support in their continued efforts. Thanks to Sergeant Kraus, Staff 
Sergeant Long, and First Sergeant Matthews, as well as all members of 
the United States armed services for their contributions both at home 
and abroad.
  You continue to make our Nation great and our friends and allies 
around the world secure and free. God bless you.

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