VIDEO: Senator Peters Releases Statement Ahead of Memorial Day

DETROIT, MI – U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI), a member of the Armed Services Committee and former Lieutenant Commander in the U.S. Navy Reserve, released a video to honor Memorial Day.

“Memorial Day is a solemn time to honor and pay respect to the heroic Americans who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our nation in uniform,” said Senator Peters. “These brave men and women put their lives on the line, not for glory, but for a cause greater than themselves. We stand here today because of their unwavering courage and profound love for our country. Their sacrifice is a debt we can never repay, and never forget.”

Click here for video of his remarks and see below the text as delivered:

“As many of us prepare to spend this day with family and friends – let us first reflect on the significance that Memorial Day holds.

“Memorial Day is a solemn time to honor and pay respect to the heroic Americans who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our nation in uniform.

“Across generations, these heroes answered freedom’s call, and ultimately gave their lives, in order to protect our ideals and our way of life as Americans.

“These brave men and women put their lives on the line, not for glory, but for a cause greater than themselves. We stand here today because of their unwavering courage and profound love for our country. 

“Their sacrifice is a debt we can never repay, and never forget.

“Let us also use this day to honor our veterans and Gold Star families who bear the burden of loss, and carry with them the wounds of war.

“We have a sacred obligation to ensure that all veterans, servicemembers, and their families have access to the benefits that they have earned, including access to quality health care, education, workforce opportunities, and a dignified burial. 

“As the son of a World War II veteran, and someone who had the privilege to serve in the U.S. Navy Reserve alongside some of the most dedicated men and women I have ever met, I will never stop working to fulfill the promises our country made to our servicemembers and their families.

“On this Memorial Day, I encourage all Americans to take a moment to pay tribute to the generations of Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines – who answered the call of duty and served our nation with bravery.

“God bless all of those who have served. God bless all of those currently serving. And God bless the United States of America.”

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