Quote by John Linder
While tributes to Americans who had lost their lives in battle had

While tributes to Americans who had lost their lives in battle had been held in a number of towns across the nation, one of the more well-known stories about the beginnings of Memorial Day is the story about General John Logan. – John Linder

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Our soldiers have nobly fought to protect freedom since our countrys birth, and have fought to protect those that could not protect themselves, even in foreign lands when called upon. – John Linder

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Mexico takes a hard line on immigration, demanding that visitors to her shores enter lawfully, and show her respect during their stay. – John Linder

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It is simply a fact that the birth rate of our illegal immigrants exceeds that of our legal residents. – John Linder

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As America celebrates Memorial Day, we pay tribute to those who have given their lives in our nations wars. – John M. McHugh

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While there are towns and cities still planning Memorial Day parades, many have not held a parade in decades. Some think the day is for honoring anyone who has died, not just those fallen in service to our country. – Allen West

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Its always the generals with the bloodiest records who are the first to shout what a hell it is. And its always the war widows who lead the Memorial Day parades. – Paddy Chayefsky

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Nowadays, many Americans have forgotten the meaning and traditions of Memorial Day. At cemeteries across the country, the graves of the fallen are sadly ignored, and worse, neglected. – Allen West

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