Carson Statement on the Anniversary of Pearl Harbor

December 7, 2009

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman André Carson issued the following statement today in recognition of the 68th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor:

"More than two thousand brave men and women lost their lives on the fateful morning of December 7, 1941.  Today, we remember everyone who fought to defend Pearl Harbor that day, including those who made the ultimate sacrifice serving this nation during one of its darkest hours.  

"Their courage, character and heroism set the stage for the United States to arise from this infamous day as a world superpower—resolute and determined to put an end to the largest global conflict this planet has ever seen.     

"We will never forget the tragedy of that day. But let us also remember the fortitude that fueled this nation after Pearl Harbor. Thanks to the lessons taught to us by the Greatest Generation, we know that, even in the face of extraordinary odds, there's absolutely nothing this nation can't accomplish if we have the will and determination, and we commit ourselves to serving our fellow Americans."

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