[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 44 (Thursday, March 12, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E648]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 RECOGNIZING THE MEN AND WOMEN OF THE ARMED SERVICES AND THEIR FAMILIES

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                           HON. PETE SESSIONS

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 12, 2009

  Mr. SESSIONS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize and commend 
the honorable service and devotion to duty of our men and women of the 
United States Armed Services. These men and women in uniform have put 
themselves in harms way--many having given the ultimate sacrifice--in 
defense of freedom and liberty at home and abroad. I would like to take 
this opportunity to extend my utmost thanks and appreciation to their 
selfless service and to wish them all the best in the years to come.
  As part of this recognition, I would like to thank the military 
spouses who spend weeks and months without their significant others, 
often having to raise families on their own. My appreciation also goes 
out to the parents, family members and communities who provide support 
for the soldier and their family during these trying times. I would 
also like to extend my condolences and appreciation to the American 
Gold Star Mothers who have lost a son or daughter while serving our 
great country. These women are too counted as heroes for our country.
  In addition to our active duty soldiers, I would like to thank our 
veterans, Reservists and Military Academy personnel. These individuals 
are the past, present and future of what protects American values each 
day. May all those who are involved with the Armed Services know the 
support of a grateful nation.

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