John F. Kelly Quotes

The men and women who serve in the armed forces are great role models.

History has taught us over and over again that freedom is not free. When push comes to shove, the ultimate protectors of freedom and liberty are the brave men and women in our armed forces. Throughout our history, they've answered the call in bravery and sacrifice.

National defense is the sacred duty of the young and all other people.

My brother was a captain in the Marine Corps and a very big hero in my life.

We've got to protect our young men and women and we've got to win that, whatever the cost.

I think it's really important for people to hear what our men and women in the military have to say.

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

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

The American Dream has been defended, in every generation, by the brave men and women willing to fight and die for America. They are our greatest national treasure. They deserve a serious Commander-in-Chief.

I have never had doubts about the courage of the young men and women we sent overseas wearing the uniform.

I am willing to serve my country, but do not wish to sacrifice the brave men under my command.

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.

The security of our nation depends on the men and women who are willing to sacrifice their safety, and possibly their lives, to protect the freedoms the rest of us enjoy.

Our men and women in our armed forces are the real heroes in this conflict.

I was raised with those principals and values and ethics that came out of the men and women that served. But this generation doesn't quite know; they haven't been tested.

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.

Freedom is secured every day by our men and women in uniform. We must build a future worthy of their sacrifice.

My family has served the country in almost every major war since the Civil War.

You'd be surprised how many kids and young people come to the website and send me email that they are actually going into the Marine Corp because of something that I said or did.

Let us also reflect on the honorable service of our men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces currently serving our country overseas in Iraq and Afghanistan, and around the world.

As the war on terror continues, Americans must honor the brave men and women who gave their lives for the protection of this nation and the hope of peace.

More than 48 million men and women have served America well and faithfully in military uniform.

There is no greater call to service than that of our brave men and women who serve our country in combat across the globe.

Twenty-five million veterans are living among us today. These men and women selflessly set aside their civilian lives to put on the uniform and serve us.

We owe an enormous debt of gratitude to those who serve or have served in our country's military, as well as to the families of those individuals. Whether protecting our freedoms in foreign fields or making contributions here at home, the value these men and women bring to the American workforce and our way of life is beyond measure.