[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 83 (Friday, May 28, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E995]
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                          MEMORIAL DAY TRIBUTE

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                        HON. ALLYSON Y. SCHWARTZ

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                          Friday, May 28, 2010

  Ms. SCHWARTZ. Madam Speaker, as Memorial Day approaches, it is 
important we each take a moment to pay tribute to the generations of 
Americans who have given their lives so that we may enjoy the rights 
and freedoms we hold so dear. It is important to remember and honor 
those who have served us and have given the ultimate sacrifice.
  As the daughter of a veteran of the Korean War, I had the privilege 
of knowing firsthand the pride commanded through military service by 
those who served and the families who supported them. As a member of 
Congress, it has been my honor to work to provide those who have served 
our Nation with benefits reflective of their service.
  This Memorial Day, each of us can express our gratitude with a simple 
yet powerful act of tribute. Americans are asked to pause at 3 p.m. for 
a National Moment of Remembrance. Wherever you are, whatever you are 
doing, stop for just one minute. Consider all the rights and liberties 
that are guaranteed to us as Americans, but withheld from so many 
others around the world. Consider the members of the armed forces who 
served, fought and died so that our great Nation can be strong and we 
can live with liberty and security.

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