[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 157 (2011), Part 13]
[House]
[Page 18997]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




    THE OKLAHOMAN: OKLAHOMA CITY HAS MUCH TO OFFER MILITARY RETIREES

  (Mr. LANKFORD asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. LANKFORD. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to praise the incredible 
people of Oklahoma City and the wonderful community they're building 
for our retired military veterans.
  A recent study conducted in 379 cities nationwide by USAA and 
Military.com ranked Oklahoma City as the number one city for a second 
career for military retirees. Oklahoma City's economy is boosted by a 
great combination of veteran-owned businesses, defense contracting 
companies, Federal workers, and Tinker Air Force Base.
  This study simply proves what Oklahomans already know: Oklahoma is a 
great place to live and to work. Oklahoma City has one of the lowest 
unemployment rates in the Nation and one of the highest work ethics. 
Oklahoma City is a great place to raise a family, start a new career or 
retire.
  The vets who have chosen to live in Oklahoma City are hardworking 
individuals with great skills, a great work ethic, and a love for our 
country. Military retirees make long-lasting contributions within their 
communities, and they're vital to our State's success.
  My message to veterans across the Nation who want to start a new 
business or new career or find a new community that honors vets for 
their service, you're welcome to join us in Oklahoma City.

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