North Cook News

EVANSTON – On May 29, 2023, U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky (IL-09), a Chief Deputy Whip and Ranking Member of the Innovation, Data, and Commerce Subcommittee of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, released the following statement in honor of Memorial Day:

“On Memorial Day, we come together as Americans to pay tribute to the brave men and women who answered the call of duty and lost their lives fighting to protect our nation and its ideals. We are free because they were brave.

“We must never forget those who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our nation, those currently serving in our military, those who are missing in action, those who are prisoners of war, our veterans, and our military families. My heart is with the countless military families still grieving the loss of their service member. I am truly inspired by the strength and courage of these families.

“In paying tribute to our fallen heroes, we must recommit to honoring our active-duty military personnel and our veterans. Not only do they deserve our respect and recognition, but they also deserve to know that we have their backs. I will always stand up for our courageous service men and women and fight to ensure they receive the benefits they deserve. On May 29, 2023, please take time to remember and honor the sacrifices so many have made for this great nation."

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