[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 72 (Friday, May 18, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E860-E861]
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                   HONORING LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS

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                         HON. MARSHA BLACKBURN

                              of tennessee

                    in the house of representatives

                          Friday, May 18, 2012

  Mrs. BLACKBURN. Mr. Speaker, the scriptures tell us there is no 
greater love than one who would lay down his life for a friend. Each 
day, our families, friends, colleagues, and neighbors live in safety 
because there are those willing to lay down their lives to protect 
their communities. Law enforcement officers not only protect and 
defend; they are a beacon of light for this country and our towns are 
made better by their valiant service.
  Their service is not without sacrifice. Often their families and 
friends carry their burdens as the law enforcement officers carry ours. 
Too often, some who wake every morning in service to their communities 
do not make it home. This year, there will be five more names added to 
those who gave the ultimate sacrifice while protecting and defending 
the great state of Tennessee. I join with those gathered, and the 
families of those lost, to honor Patrolman II Timothy Warren, Deputy 
Sheriff Richard Bellar, Trooper Andrew Wall, Captain Ralph Braden, and 
Sergeant James Tim Chapin.

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  A senator from ancient Rome wrote that in valor, there is hope. I ask 
my colleagues to join with me in thanking those who protect the 
liberties of this great nation. As we pause to mourn the lives of the 
177 law enforcement officers lost in the line of duty last year, we 
give thanks for the dedication and legacy of the five Tennesseans who 
sacrificed their lives and sacred honor for our great state. May the 
words from Rome remind us all of our duty to service, and may they 
offer us a light of gratitude for those whose service does not lead 
them home.

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