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Congressman Bergman Sends Message to Vets

Congressman Berman sends out messages from time to time via his email distribution list. Because he is the Representative from Michigan's 1st Congressional District his news important for understanding what is going on in the area. This message is a particularly nice one I thought I would forward because of all the stuff that is going on in Afghanistan (His service fits well with the unique veteran demographic returning home from decades of fighting). 

It is important to remember that veterans have helped to protect our freedoms and when they land back in the States they often serve their communities with the same tenacity.  They are next generation leaders, business owners, and community supporters. 

Transcript:

As a Vietnam Veteran and a Commander responsible for the deployment of thousands of Marines to Afghanistan, I’m taking this opportunity to address you, my fellow Veterans, as we endure together the deeply disturbing stories and images coming out of Afghanistan.


Here’s the bottom line up front. Something that we already know to be true, but that is worth repeating during this intensely challenging time.


Whether you saved the world from fascism in World War II, stamped out the spread of communism in Korea and Vietnam, cracked down with lethal force on radical terrorism, or served our Nation in any capacity while wearing a uniform – you made a difference.


By virtue of our service, we defended the freedoms of good men and women around the world and have made a positive difference. Always remember that.


As we are reminded today by the events in Afghanistan, the threat is always changing. Those currently serving in the region are experiencing this first hand, and I have the utmost confidence in those individuals with their boots on the ground to carry out their mission.


For us here at home, now is the time to connect with our brothers and sisters in arms and their loved ones.


You are not alone. You will never be alone.


If you need someone to talk to, don’t hesitate to dial 1-800-273-8255, then press 1 for the Veterans Crisis Line.


Thank you for your dedicated, courageous service and welcome home.

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