Conner Eldridge Quotes

Armed Forces Day on May 21, and the Memorial Day weekend that follows, is a time to honor, remember and recognize those who serve and have served our country, as well as those who have died in service. As we reflect, let's not forget the many sacrifices made at home as well in support of our men and women in uniform.

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

The sacrifice of the brave men and women of the military and their families allows us to be safe, and we are grateful.

For those who have made the ultimate sacrifice, we are grateful that such men and women were among us. For those who continue to serve, we honor their commitment. For those who return to civilian life, we honor their service.

As we look forward to freedom, the shining city on the hill and the best days of America lying ahead, it is the men and women in uniform who protect, defend and make us proud to whom we should look and give thanks every night.

The men and women of today's VA are dedicated to caring for today's veterans and stand ready to provide for our servicemembers who now defend our freedoms and our way of life.

I'm still in touch with a lot people who continue to serve our country well.

Today, only 2 percent of the people know the name of someone serving in uniform. That means 2 percent of your listeners can actually conjure up the image of someone wearing the uniform of the military of the United States.

We do thank our men and women in uniform. And I thank them. I thank this House today that approved a bill that will allow for a pay raise for our military. We are grateful for that and for the actions of this body.

It is important for all of us to show our support for the brave men and women in the United States military.

Our troops are owed a policy worthy of their sacrifice.

Less than one percent of our population is fighting our country’s wars, so the promises we make to our soldiers must be kept

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.

We have the finest military in the world, an elite group of men and women who continue to be a tremendous source of national pride by routinely putting their lives on the line to protect our freedom.

I wish every American had an opportunity to sit down, to go to a base, to meet with families, to meet with service members, to sit down with our veterans - because we would think differently about our challenges as individuals.

I guess it's sad that anybody, regardless of profession, that they're in this country, would take a shot at our military.

As a nation, we must honor the service and sacrifice made by Service members - past and present - to defend our nation and protect the American way of life.

I appreciate our men and women in uniform so much. They are the real heroes. I can't fathom the selflessness involved in serving our country.

I obviously respect the opportunity I have got to play for the country.

Spending the Thanksgiving holiday with the men and women who serve our country abroad is a reminder of the sacrifices many make to serve our country.

Our veterans made a commitment to our country when they signed up.

To the veterans in Mississippi and across the nation, thank you for your bravery and commitment to preserving this great country. I am truly honored and humbled by your service.

Our country is eternally grateful for the sacrifices our men and women in uniform make each day.

I want to recognize and thank all Guard members for their service. It means so much to our state and our country.

While I never served in uniform, I fully understand the great service and sacrifice that our brave men and women have given to our country.