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Milwaukee, WI – Today, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) joined the nation to acknowledge and support our nation’s veterans, service members and their families as we honor Veterans Day.

 

“Every year, America comes together to commemorate and honor the work of military members who have served our country in their lifetime. Their personal sacrifices and dedication to protect our great nation will never go unnoticed. 

 

“As we celebrate our veterans, may we also remember our fallen heroes. No parade or celebration will ever be able to bring back the family members, neighbors and loved ones who have sacrificed their lives so that we may continue to pursue the American Dream. We can honor their memories, however, by lifting up more than 2 million troops and reservists, their families and 23 million veterans, including nearly 400,000 in Wisconsin, and working to ensure that they have the support they need during their mission and back home. 

 

“Those who served and sacrificed should not have to fight for employment back home. We must work to expand economic opportunity to everyone, especially our military members. Last Congress, I was proud to support the “VOW to Hire Heroes Act” that provides tax credits to businesses that hire unemployed veterans. President Obama signed this legislation into law in November 2011. As we strive to employ our service members, we  must also help preserve landmarks such as the Milwaukee Soldiers Home, so that these places remain a part of our history and as memorials of the service of our veterans. 

 

“I urge my colleagues to remain committed to supporting and empowering our veterans. Let us work to ensure that veterans receive the proper benefits and services they need to make a smooth transition upon returning home from war.”       

 

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