On September 11, 2001, 343 firefighters perished while running to the sound of the guns. The Shortly thereafter, 40 passengers and crew of flight 93 lost their lives defending against what is believed to have been an attack against the White House. Their actions on that infamous day saved countless lives.
This Memorial Day, I remember them, as well as all the young men and women who have given their lives in defense of our nation.
I also fervently hope that the difficulties that lie in the future of our great nation will take as few lives as possible.