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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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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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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My fellow Americans, ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country. – John F. Kennedy

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