[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 79 (Thursday, May 21, 2015)]
[House]
[Page H3544]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     HONORING OUR MEN AND WOMEN OF THE ARMED FORCES ON MEMORIAL DAY

  (Mr. BISHOP of Michigan asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute.)
  Mr. BISHOP of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to reflect on what 
Memorial Day means to our country and to honor our men and women of the 
Armed Forces.
  Our Nation has always stood strong on its founding principle of 
freedom, but it has taken wars and generations of brave, selfless 
individuals to preserve and defend it.
  For their service, we are eternally grateful. We are especially 
mindful of those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country 
and of the fact that freedom is not free. Their valiant acts in the 
line of duty have kept our families safe, both at home and abroad, and 
there are no words for the gratitude we hold in our hearts today and 
always.
  As we spend time this weekend with our loved ones on this great 
American holiday, please keep our active and fallen servicemen and -
women in your thoughts and prayers, and we pray for those currently 
serving that they return home safely.
  Happy Memorial Day, and God bless the United States of America.

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