[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 151 (2005), Part 20]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 27620]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                   STATEMENT HONORING SSG DANIEL CUKA

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                         HON. STEPHANIE HERSETH

                            of south dakota

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, December 6, 2005

  Ms. HERSETH. Mr. Speaker, I am saddened to report the passing of SSG 
Daniel Cuka. He was killed while serving in Operation Iraqi Freedom.
  The lives of countless people were enormously enhanced by Daniel's 
goodwill and service. He inspired all those who knew him. Our Nation is 
a far better place because of his life. All Americans owe Daniel, and 
the other soldiers who have made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of 
freedom, a tremendous debt of gratitude for their service.
  Every Member of the House of Representatives has taken a solemn oath 
to defend the Constitution against all enemies, foreign and domestic. 
While we certainly understand the gravity of the issues facing this 
legislative body, Daniel lived that commitment to our country. Today, 
we remember and honor his noble service to the United States and the 
ultimate sacrifice he has paid with his life to defend our freedoms and 
foster liberty for others.
  Mr. Speaker, I express my sympathies to the family and friends of SSG 
Daniel Cuka. I believe the best way to honor him is to emulate his 
commitment to our country. I know he will always be missed, but his 
service to our Nation will never be forgotten.

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