Congressman Young Pays Tribute to Our Nation's Flag

CONGRESSMAN YOUNG PAYS TRIBUTE TO OUR NATION'S FLAG

Alaska Congressman Don Young today issued the following statement in honor of Flag Day:

"Today, we pause to pay respect to the American flag—a symbol of centuries of perseverance, pioneering and patriotism.

"I am proud of what our flag stands for. As Americans, when we see our flag flying over monuments or hoisted in the classroom, its red, white and blue evokes in each of us a sense of pride and an understanding of what has been sacrificed to preserve its honor. Whether it was our forefathers' fight for independence, a slave's underground journey to freedom, a firefighter's final mission into the burning Twin Towers, or a mother's prayers for her son in Iraq, each is a drumbeat in freedom's march and a unique thread that will forever be woven in our nation's flag.

"It is my hope that on Flag Day, all Alaskans take a moment to reflect on our blessings and pay gratitude to those who have made America the strong, free, fortunate nation it is," said Congressman Young.

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