Congressman Al Green Speaks at the Houston National Cemetery

(Houston, TX)—On Memorial Day, May 25, 2015, Congressman Al Green spoke at the Houston National Cemetery to honor the fallen, veterans, and the families of those who served. He joined other elected officials and keynote speaker Chief Master Sgt. Marion K. Nation of the Texas Air National Guard. 

“As we honor the fallen, we must not only speak to their accomplishments, but actively reaffirm our appreciation and commitment to the veterans among us,” Congressman Al Green said.  “Throughout our nation’s history, veterans have contributed to the strength and resiliency of our great democracy. We must express our gratitude by ensuring that they as well as their families receive the benefits they need, deserve, and have earned. The assistance and medical treatment the Department of Veterans' Affairs provides to our veterans as well as their families must always be accessible and of the highest standard. ”