Quotes About Service

Veterans are my life's work. From the day my buddies saved my life in Iraq, I've woken up every single day dedicated to taking care of veterans and doing my best for veterans.

As Assistant Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs, a constant concern for me is having our veterans dragged into partisan politics.

Whether defending our nation as a Black Hawk pilot abroad or serving our veterans and those in need at home, my life has been enriched by the opportunities I've had to serve my country and fellow citizens, both in and out of uniform.

I'm extremely grateful to all the first responders, veterans and their families for all their sacrifices.

One of the things that ties people together, whether they live in a rural or urban area, is the really big number of people who have served in the military. Veterans issues are very important in the district.

Our veterans and service members are known for their strength, but when they're recovering from an operation or receiving emergency care, that strength can depend on seeing a spouse, talking with the kids or just knowing that loved ones are by their side. It isn't difficult to imagine what a difference keeping families together can make.

As a cosigner of the Veterans' Bill of Rights, I'm committed to making sure that veterans' issues remain a top priority in Congress.

America's disabled veterans answered our country's call, and when their time in uniform is done, our country must stand with them.

As we look at the many problems we face in treating our veterans in a manner befitting their service and sacrifice, it's time we commit ourselves as a nation to applying the kind of resources and military precision necessary to finally make things right.

I would just say there is one misperception of our veterans, and that is they are somehow damaged goods. I don't buy it.

We've got to make sure our veteran, Democratic veterans are strengthened and feel like they are fully included.

Our veterans have already given everything they have to support and defend our nation - some of them sacrificing life and limb.

I'd do anything to help veterans.

We owe it to all our veterans to make sure they have a chance to achieve the American Dream, just like the rest of us.

Improving veterans' employment is an all-hands-on-deck enterprise. We work with the Departments of Defense and Veterans Affairs, with private sector partners and others.

Helping veterans isn't just a part of my job. For me, it's personal. It's in my blood.

Veterans are one area where Republicans and Democrats have made progress together.

From helping to process passports to aiding veterans with benefits and assisting with IRS-related issues, my team and I look forward to serving the residents of the 10th District.

I am grateful for the sacrifices our veterans have made to defend our freedom and prosperity.

Veterans Day is a time to reflect and renew our commitment to ensure our military heroes have the tools to reintegrate successfully back to civilian life.

Caring for our veterans should be non-negotiable. And it definitely should not be affected by playing the same old Washington party politics game.

Many of the issues I encountered as acting secretary were not with the quality of medical care but with getting our veterans through the door to reach that care.

When our veterans walk into any VA facility, they converse with men and women who speak the unique language of military service.

Military veterans and the sacrifices they have made for our country carry a status we all should appreciate and honor.