Thurman: To Commemorate September 11, 2001, Floridians Should Pause to Remember the Tragedy and Pray for the Troops

NEWS FROM THE FLORIDA DEMOCRATIC PARTY

For Immediate Release: Sept. 11, 2009

 

Tallahassee, FL - Today, Florida Democratic Party Chair Karen Thurman released the following statement commemorating the eighth anniversary of September 11, 2001:

"As Floridians mark the eighth anniversary of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, every American should pause to remember the thousands of innocent men, women and children who lost their lives in one of the most horrific events in our nation's history.

"Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with everyone who lost loved ones on that tragic day.

"On this day, we also are honoring the heroic actions and sacrifices of those first responders and law enforcement personnel who risked and in many cases lost their lives as they worked to aide the innocent victims.

"Today and everyday, we should pray for the safety of all the men and women who are serving in our nation's Armed Forces. The brave men and women in uniform, who risk their lives in defense of our freedom, are true heroes."

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