Jennifer Granholm Quotes

Nobody's more mindful of the sacrifices of our troops than those of us that command them.

On this Veterans Day, let us remember the service of our veterans, and let us renew our national promise to fulfill our sacred obligations to our veterans and their families who have sacrificed so much so that we can live free.

Let a nation's fervent thanks make some amends for the toils and sufferings of those who survive.

The valor and courage of our young women and men in the armed services are a shining example to all of the world, and we owe them and their families our deepest respect.

Members of Congress should do a little penance after such a virtuous vote for the soldiers of the regular army.

They serve so that we don't have to. They offer to give up their lives so that we can be free. It is, remarkably, their gift to us. And all they ask for in return is that we never send them into harm's way unless it is absolutely necessary. Will they ever trust us again?

You vote yes, you’re for our vets. You vote no, you’re against our vets.

As Americans, we should all convey our thanks to the brave men and women who have selflessly and courageously served our nation.

The men and women in the Armed Forces, that's what I always think about and what I teach my kids about. We're getting ready to sit down at the table and have Thanksgiving, and there's people that are not with their families.

I have a whole, whole lot of respect for the men and women that serve our country.

God bless all who serve or have served our country.

My siblings and I were raised to honor and cherish those who serve. They are, as my father said, America's most precious resource. I still believe in that vision of the American military. I want my three daughters to believe in it as well.

Veterans are a symbol of what makes our nation great, and we must never forget all they have done to ensure our freedom.

I look forward to doing my part to keep our solemn vow to veterans who have served our country with pride and distinction. They are all heroes in my eyes, and they deserve no less.

I am humbled by the prospect of serving those who have borne the battle, those American men and women who have sacrificed so much.

We have a sacred obligation to support our men and women in uniform.

Yeah, I volunteered to support the troops, and get out there and show them that we care about them.

This country owes them all a debt of gratitude. The down payment on that debt is making sure that we live up to Lincoln's charge: to care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan.

Whatever your political affiliation may be, whether you are a conservative or liberal, we should all be bound by the belief that we need to support the troops.

As the daughter of a 25-year veteran of the armed forces, I am incredibly thankful for the sacrifices our women and men have made in Iraq, and continue to make in Afghanistan.

However one feels about the war in Iraq, realize that our troops deserve our support 100 percent.

I also believe our country made a promise to veterans and their families. Veterans have kept their end of the bargain, and now, the VA is looking to pull out the rug.

I have many friends and family members who have served (or are currently serving) in our nation's Armed Forces. I have such a profound respect for what they do day in and day out.

Everybody respects the Vietnam Veterans of America.

You'd have to go a long way to find someone who was more proud and grateful for what our veterans have done for all of us.