Congressman Al Green: In Honor of Our Brave Veterans on Memorial Day

(Washington, DC)--On May 29, 2014, Congressman Al Green offered the following statement in the Congressional Record in honor of our veterans on Memorial Day.

"Mr. Speaker, every Memorial Day, Americans come together to honor the brave individuals who have selflessly given their lives for our continued prosperity, founding ideals, and democracy.  Every American is indebted to their service and should be inspired by these exemplars of courage. 

"The month of May is also Military Appreciation month.  As we honor our fallen veterans, we must not only speak to their accomplishments, but actively reaffirm our appreciation and commitment to the veterans among us.  Throughout our nation’s history, veterans have contributed to the strength and resilience of our great democracy like no other group.  We must express our gratitude by ensuring that they as well as their families receive the benefits they need, deserve, and have earned.  Therefore, we must continue to support, assist, and hold the Department of Veterans Affairs accountable. The assistance and medical treatment the agency provides to our veterans as well as their families must always be accessible and of the highest standard.

Mr. Speaker, in closing, as we honor our veterans on this Memorial Day, I call on our entire nation to reaffirm its commitment and leave no veteran behind. This is the least a grateful nation can do."