Pelosi Statement on Veterans Day

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement in commemoration of Veterans Day, which falls on Tuesday.

"Veterans Day is an opportunity for Americans to salute the indomitable courage and selfless sacrifice of the heroes who have served our nation in uniform. On this important holiday, we gather together across the nation to honor their sacrifice and to remember that every day our country is safe is a day our veterans made possible.

"The brave men and women of the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, National Guard and Reserves have fought for liberty around the world and sustained our freedom and democracy here at home. As they transition to civilian life, we must rededicate ourselves to serving them as well as they have served us – never forgetting the service of our military families or the tireless loyalty of our caregivers. We must ensure that our veterans can rely on good-paying jobs, affordable housing, and quality, timely health care. We must honor every veteran, every day.

"On behalf of a grateful nation, we salute our veterans' strength and service. Let us renew our vow to fight to ensure they get the benefits, resources and support they deserve. On this Veterans Day, let us reaffirm our basic pledge: that just as our soldiers leave no one behind on the battlefield, we must never leave our veterans behind at home."

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