Memorial Day

Statement

Democratic U.S. Senate nominee and Illinois State Treasurer released the following statement today:

The traditions that mark Memorial Day around the country: a long weekend; ballgames and backyard barbeques; welcoming the warmth and easy pace of summer, are all uniquely American ways by which we spend time with family and friends. And while we enjoy these summer rituals, we also pause to reflect and honor those who gave, as Lincoln said, "the last full measure of devotion' to our country.

Today, as we remember them, we also express our gratitude for what have done for our nation. We keep in our hearts the families as well of those who have died in service to our country and whose immeasurable loss is no less a sacrifice. With our nation locked in tough campaigns in two theaters, we also have in our thoughts and prayers the men and women in uniform, and hope that they, too, will soon be able to celebrate Memorial Day at home, with their families and friends.

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